To decide what categories of staff may be susceptible to risk of injury when carrying out manual handling, consideration must be given to:
- The tasks being undertaken
- The loads to be moved
- Working environment
- Individual capability.
Examples of manual handling categories who are most susceptible to risk of injury:
- Caretakers
- Storekeepers
- Library Staff
- Audio - Visual Staff
- Catering Services Staff
- Grounds Staff
- Print Room Staff
- Technicians who move large components/equipment.