It would be rash to assume these regulations do not apply within IT. Traditional display units are both heavy and bulky. Boxes of stationery might need to be move to replenish printers.
Under these Regulations, Businesses and Organizations must provide trolleys or trucks to aid the lifting and moving process.
Care should be taken when moving electrical equipment. Always unplug it first to avoid damage to the plug, or oneself.
Do not lift heavy loads without appropriate assistance either from another person or a manual aid. When lifting lighter loads take the weight on the legs by bending the knees, while keeping the back straight.
Back injury is still a high factor in absenteeism at work.
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