Recent advances in biomechanics have shed light on the intricate interplay between manual handling tasks and the development of low back pain. Research in this field explores how task-specific factors ...

In the workplace, we can view manual materials handling (MMH) as any process in which the human operator is asked or required to lift, lower, push, pull, carry or perform any other similar task in ...

Manual handling means more than lifting or carrying something. The term is used to describe a range of activities such as lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying, moving, holding or restraining ...

Stannah Lifts is highlighting the need to enhance workplace safety as the latest data from the Health and Safety Executive ...

WorkSafe Victoria is providing expanded support to help employers tackle hazardous manual handling through a free online ...

Injuries caused by manual handling (particularly to the back, shoulders and neck) are a significant contributor to sickness absence statistics. Those most at risk of injury are those who aren't used ...

Wouter Satijn, Chief Revenue Officer, Joloda Hydraroll, explains steps businesses can take to eliminate the risk of handling ...