In this activity participants view and discuss a Napo scene which looks at the use of mechanical aids to move loads safely.
Facilitator guidance
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Activity
Learning Objectives
Participants understand:
- The importance of taking time to assess a load and avoiding the manual handling of objects (w,m,s)
- Having assessed a load how to identify the correct mechanical aid to safely move it (w,m,s)
- The importance of early symptom reporting (w,m,s)
- Why they should apply this knowledge both at work and out of work (w,m,s)
managers (m) supervisors (s) and workers (w)
Activities
Facilitator to introduce Napo, encouraging participants to identify the potential for MSDs. Facilitator to encourage participants to share their own experiences using the recommended questions from the following options:
Questions to consider:
- What health and safety issues does the film raise? Can you suggest any solutions? (w,m,s)
- Do you recognise this situation from your own workplace? (w)
- When introducing mechanical aids into the working environment, what considerations should be made? (w,m,s)
- How do you encourage workers to use the mechanical aids provided? (m,s)
- How do you ensure that your organisation considers new developments in mechanical handling technology and their application within your workplace? (m,s)
Concluding questions
- Can you explain the importance of taking the time to identify the hazards associated with load handling?(w,m,s)
- Can you explain the added value of a team approach to assessing loads and selecting control measures? (w,m,s)
Assessment
- Participants can explain the short and long term benefits of using mechanical aids on a personal and organisational level (w,m,s)
Resources required
- Flipchart and pens
- Go to video
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