Manual handling. Manual handling operations regulations 1992. Guidance on regulations. 4th edition
Health and Safety: Legal Series L 23
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Health and Safety: Legal Series
Abstract
Aims to help employers, managers, safety representatives and employees reduce the risk of injury from manual handling. Describes what to do in order to comply with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, as amended by the Health and Safety (Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2002. The fourth edition has been simplified and restructured, with the regulations and guidance in Part 1 and more detailed guidance to assist in carrying out risk assessments and control risks in Parts 2–4.
History
This is a web version of L23 (fourth edition, 2016). This version has been adapted for online use from HSE's current printed version.
Subjects
- Health and safety
- Manual handling
- Special subject areas
Publisher History
The Health and Safety Executive work to protect the health and safety of people in the workplace by minimising risks. They achieve this through research, information and advice, promoting training, new or revised regulations and codes of practice, inspection, investigation and enforcement.
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NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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