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Manual handling

Lift, carry, push and pull loads without injuring backs, shoulders or hands.

Key points

  • Muscle and joint injuries from work are among Singapore's top three occupational diseases.
  • Your risk assessment must cover manual tasks before the work starts.
  • Remove the lift first. Then use a machine or aid. Training comes last.
  • Singapore sets no single legal weight limit. SS 569 gives the reference values.
Know itManual handling: what supervisors need to knowHow to assess and control manual handling risks on site: Singapore rules, SS 569, mechanical aids, safe lifting and common mistakes to avoid.Read the guide → Check itManual handling checklistSite checklist for manual handling: risk assessment, mechanical aids, storage, team lifts, training and early reporting of aches and strains.Open the checklist → Brief itToolbox talk: manual handlingA five-minute toolbox talk on manual handling for site crews: use the lifting aids, plan the lift, lift with your legs and report back pain early.Use the toolbox talk →

All manual handling resources

Guide

Manual handling: what supervisors need to know

Nurul Hidayah Binte Azman · Oct 20, 2026
Checklist

Manual handling checklist

Nurul Hidayah Binte Azman · Oct 20, 2026
Toolbox talk

Toolbox talk: manual handling

Nurul Hidayah Binte Azman · Oct 20, 2026
Toolbox talk

Toolbox talk: back care and lifting technique

Nurul Hidayah Binte Azman · Oct 20, 2026

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