When selecting and using PPE $...$:

a$)$ It must be suitable for the task and not cause a hazard

b$)$ Anything will do as long as the employer pays for it

c$)$ A Hi Vis vest or apron will solve all manual handling task risks

d$)$ All of the above

What is the definition of a manual task?

a$)$ Any activity requiring speaking loudly

b$)$ Any sporting and or social activities

c$)$ Laying on the floor or sleeping in a bed

d$)$ Any activity requiring the use of force to perform work, including lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, moving, holding, restraining, bending, twisting, reaching

Injuries can occur from $...?$

a$)$ Only sudden damage $-$ from a strenuous lift

b$)$ Only Gradual wear and tear over a long period of time

c$)$ Gradual wear and tear, Sudden damage and or Direct trauma

d$)$ None of these answers

Using appropriate posture and handling techniques means $...?$

a$)$ Sitting and standing up straight

b$)$ Supporting the spine, using your leg muscles to lift, holding the load close

c$)$ Not twisting the body, using $2$ hands, performing tasks within your optimal lifting range

d$)$ Both B and C

How do you select, adjust and use mechanical aids and equipment?

a$)$ Select for minimal vibration, adjust to workers height $/$ reach, read manufacturers operating instruction

b$)$ Select expensive equipment, one size will fit all, read manufacturers operating instructions

c$)$ Select any equipment, adjust to workers height $/$ reach, read manufacturers operating instructions

d$)$ Doesn't matter what you select as long as it works, no need to adjust, who reads instructions

How do you identify hazardous tasks and report them?

a$)$ Consider repetition, force, weight, lifting position, stability of object, vibration

b$)$ Report hazards to your supervisor or use your organizations procedures to report

c$)$ My fellow workers will tell me about ALL hazardous tasks so no requirement to report them

d$)$ Both A and $B$

Where is a person's optimal lifting range?

a$)$ Between the head and waist

b$)$ Between the shoulders and hips

c$)$ Between the upper chest and top of thigh

d$)$ Between the waist and knees