Injuries caused by manual handling accidents, such as back pain or a pulled muscle, are among the most common occupational illnesses in the UK. The Risk of Injury
Employers must identify all manual handling activities that pose a risk of injury and reduce that risk to as low as reasonably practicable. Preliminary Manual Handling Assessment
Staff often need to carry out manual handling tasks when supporting pupilschildren with special educational needs or disabilities. Manual Handling Risks
Education, health and care plans should include, where necessary, provisions to enhance pupils’children’s mobility. Special Needs and Medical Conditions