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Most manual handling manoeuvres require bending at the knees. This is so that

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Most manual handling manoeuvres require bending at the knees. This is so that


  1. the strong thigh muscles are used.
  2. a wide base of support can be adopted.
  3. a stable body position is achieved.
  4. the back can be used as a third class lever.

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A: Bending the legs at the knees (and hips) allows the strong thigh muscles to be used to extend the legs while rising to a standing position with the load. 

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