Highfield Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling (RQF) 501-1772-5

Highfield Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling (RQF) 12 Team lift - Assessment Criterial 4.1c - Demonstrate efficient and safe manual handling principles when: undertaking a manual handling task as part of a team Use a suitable object. A piece of large furniture or a long pipe or tube are examples of equipment that can be used for this assessment. It is important that the principles of safe moving and handling are followed at all times, even when team lifting. Centres/tutors may find that all the team assessments may be carried out in one activity, for instance: • lift the load • follow the route including the turn • lower the load. Remember the following: • a member of the team must be nominated to be in charge of the lift and to call out all instructions • all team members must be able to communicate with each other at all times • sufficient space should be available for the whole team to move the load safely at all times • the load should have suitable hand-holds or grips and all team members should have clear access • if possible, team members should be of similar individual capability including build and stature • uneven load distribution must be managed by the stronger team members taking the ‘heavy end’. Team carry - Learning outcome 4, Assessment Criterial 4.1c - Demonstrate efficient and safe manual handling principles when: undertaking a manual handling task as part of a team It is important that the route is checked before carrying out the lift. The load must be able to fit along the designated route. Team lower - Learning outcome 4, Assessment Criterial 4.1c - Demonstrate efficient and safe manual handling principles when: undertaking a manual handling task as part of a team Lowering must continue to use safe moving and handling principles. The assessment must confirm clear communications between the team.