7 Manual Handling Statistics You Should Know

How many injuries happen at work by poor lifting and moving?

Approximately 21% of workplace injuries can be directly attributed to manual handling activities such as lifting, carrying, or moving objects. These injuries occur when employees are not properly trained or equipped to handle heavy loads, resulting in strains, sprains, or other musculoskeletal issues. Poor lifting techniques and inadequate ergonomic practices often contribute to these incidents. It is crucial for employers to prioritise safe manual handling practices and provide thorough training to prevent manual handling injuries and promote a healthy work environment.

Reduce the risk of manual handling injuries

While manual handling incidents are common, the majority of injuries are preventable. Businesses must prioritise health and safety risk assessments and implement manual handling training to ensure workers use safe manual handling techniques.

Appropriate tools and equipment should be used to reduce the risk of injury in manual handling operations where tasks exceed individual capability or are repetitive.