What this policy covers
- Avoiding or reducing manual handling where practical
- Assessment of load, route, environment and individual capability
- Use of mechanical aids, team lifting and sequencing
- Briefing of operatives and reporting of pain, strain or unsafe handling conditions
How Veraxus applies it
Applied through RAMS, task planning, delivery/logistics control, supervisor monitoring and use of suitable handling aids.
Typical evidence retained
Relevant evidence may include manual-handling assessments, RAMS, delivery plans, toolbox talks and incident/near-miss records.