Manual handling in the printing industry

What you need to know

Manual handling activities such as lifting and carrying, pushing and pulling cause most injuries in the printing industry. The law requires employers to:

What you need to do

Risk assessment

Reduce the risk

Provide mechanical handling aids

Examples of mechanical aids for printing

Reduce load size/weight

Provide training to employees on the following

Find out more

The following HSE guidance is available to help employers identify hazardous operations and start their risk assessment.

Updated: 2021-11-22