This is a very well written piece of work, but it could cover more of the knowledge statements in outcomes 2 & 3.
It would help if you referenced a piece of work as you went along with the numbers given in the knowledge statements, then it would be clear as to what you had covered.
I have put the assignment into a table giving a column on the left for referencing just to give you the idea by including some of the reference numbers.
3.1
2.1
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Using resources effectively is very important for the business as well as helping maintaining staff safety, stock management, minimising wastage and reducing the environmental impact the business has on the environment. This assignment aims to discuss how resources can be managed in the environment and what procedures are in place in the work place.
In my current work place a lot of the physical resources we use on a day to day basis need to be moved and stored so they are easily accessible when required. As such it is vital that every member of the team is trained in manual handling. One of my roles within the department is what we call a “POPS” which stands for Passing on the Principles of a special manual handling course (See appendix 1). It is my role to ensure that all new starters have received the appropriate training on how to lift and move the resources they need to. We use the four principle of manual handling outlined by Pristine Condition which are
1. Inside base – Ensure that the load is inside the centre of gravity and in line with the spine
2. Check Load – Make sure that the load is evenly distributed and not to heavy to lift
3. Turn not twist – Ensuring that when moving items, the user does not twist from the midsection but turns with his feet. This helps maintain spinal shape
4. Dip and drive- When pushing or pulling a trolley ensure that the