Update of the technical guide for risk assessment and prevention in manual load handling

The INSST has recently published an update to the technical guide for the evaluation and prevention of risks related to the manual handling of loads, which provides criteria and recommendations that can facilitate employers and those responsible for prevention in the interpretation and application of Royal Decree 487/1997, of April 14, on minimum health and safety provisions related to the manual handling of loads. (MMC) that entails risks, particularly dorsolumbar, for workers.

The main differences between the original guide and this update include an update of the technical regulations, the incorporation of specialized appendices, a focus on new risk situations and their revision.

Other new features are the inclusion of training and training resources and modifications to the weight and handling frequency limits.

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