Question

which of the following is an obligation of the employer? (check all that apply)

a. to provide equipment, where practicable, to manage lifting and moving heavy or awkward loads
b. to provide equipment to move all loads on the work site
c. to provide training for safely moving loads on the work site

Explanation:

Analyze employer obligations for material handling

Under standard occupational health and safety regulations, employers must provide appropriate equipment, where practicable, to manage lifting and moving heavy or awkward loads to prevent musculoskeletal injuries. They are also obligated to provide proper training to workers for safely moving loads on the work site.

Evaluate the options

• Option A is correct because providing mechanical aids or equipment to manage heavy or awkward loads is a standard regulatory requirement where practicable.
• Option B is incorrect because employers are not required to provide equipment to move all loads (e.g., light, easily manageable items).
• Option C is correct because safety training for manual and mechanical material handling is a mandatory employer duty.

Answer:

• (A) To provide equipment, where practicable, to manage lifting and moving heavy or awkward loads (Correct answer)
• (B) To provide equipment to move all loads on the work site
• (C) To provide training for safely moving loads on the work site (Correct answer)