1. Key phrases
Press 🔊 to hear each phrase, then say it out loud.
- There's a spill in aisle four. Report a slip hazard.
- Watch out, wet floor! Warn someone quickly.
- That box is too heavy to lift on my own. Ask for help.
- Can you give me a hand with this? Ask someone to help you lift.
- Bend your knees and keep your back straight. Safe lifting advice.
- Use the trolley. Use equipment instead of carrying.
- That cable is a trip hazard. Something people could fall over.
- I'll put a sign up. Mark the hazard for others.
2. Listen to the conversation
Play the conversation, then press Practise as "Luis" to take a part yourself.
3. Say it yourself
Listen, then say each sentence. Fill in your own details where you see "…". In Chrome, Edge or Safari, press 🎤 and your browser checks how clearly you said it.
4. Quick check
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Frequently asked questions
What are useful English phrases for hazards and manual handling?
'There's a spill in aisle four.' (report a slip hazard). 'Watch out, wet floor!' (warn someone quickly). 'That box is too heavy to lift on my own.' (ask for help). 'Can you give me a hand with this?' (ask someone to help you lift).
How can I practise hazards and manual handling in English?
Listen to the key phrases and say them out loud, play the conversation and role-play one side, use the speaking check to hear how clearly you speak, then take the quick quiz. It takes about 10 minutes.