INDG Series 398 (rev1) Making the best use of lifting and handling aids
Publication Year
2013
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Frequent and heavy lifting and handling can lead to back injuries. However using lifting and handling aids can remove or reduce that risk and keep workers healthy and at work. This document is aimed at managers, employees and their representatives and others who play a role in the selection of lifting and handling aids.
Document History
Supersedes INDG398 dated January 2012. This is a web version of leaflet INDG398(rev1), published October 2013 - produced October 2013.
Publisher Information
Health and Safety Executive
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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