What is the risk?

Young people may be more at risk as their muscle strength may not be fully developed, and they may be less skilled, eg in handling techniques or in pacing the work according to capacity. They may also be more subject to peer pressure to take on tasks that are too much for them, or to work too quickly.

How to avoid the risk

You should:

• take account of the age and experience of the young person in your risk assessment;
• provide training and effective supervision.