Internal Audit Checklist

Procedure: CP16 Manual Handling Yes No

Procedure – 5.0
5.1 Are all tasks involving manual handling that cannot be avoided Risk
Assessed
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5.2 Is consideration given to each item identified on the Job Sheet, and a
decision taken as to whether a detailed risk assessment is required .
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5.3 Review of the Manual Handling Risk Assessment shall be performed on a

regular basis.
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5.4 Is a Manual Handling Assessment completed for each task by a competent

person?

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5.5 Are all Manual Handling Assessment Checklists reviewed annually, or

earlier where any changes or modifications are made to the work area,
equipment or work routine.
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5.6 Are all records relating to manual handling risk assessments retained on
file. Are the whereabouts communicated to all employees for access and
review at any time. Are risk assessment discussed periodically during staff
meetings.
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5.7 Do employees have an understanding of the nature of hazardous manual

handling, the associated risks and the reasons why risk controls have been
set in place? Therefore, manual handling information, instruction and
training shall be provided to employees as appropriate.
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