Safety Training

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Safety Training

• PROPER LIFTING TECHNIQUES

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Various Lifting Exposures

• Lifting objects from the floor
• Team lifting
• Reaching overhead
• Office lifting

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Whats Wrong or Right?
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Points to Consider
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Corrected Situation
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Proper Lifting

• Maintain proper back posture
• Use a wide, stable stance
• Clear the path and unloading zone
• Wear appropriate PPE
• Lift with in the safe lifting zone

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Whats Wrong or Right?
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Points to Consider
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Corrected Situation
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Proper Team Lifting

• Communicate
• Lift and unload at the same time
• Get a solid grip before lifting
• Wear foot protection
• Pot bellies contribute to back injuries

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Whats Wrong or Right?
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Points to Consider
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Corrected Situation
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Proper techniques for lifting overhead

• Never stand on forklift forks or a raised pallet
• Avoid lifting objects that are above your
  shoulders
• Test the weight of an object before lifting it
• Your back is in a stronger posture when pushing
  than pulling

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Whats Wrong or Right?
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Points to Consider
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Corrected Situation
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Office and general lifting

• Bend at the knees
• Keep objects close to your body
• Keep your chest aligned with your
• hips dont twist
• Use material-handling aids
• Do not lift using straps

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Overview for proper lifting

• Maintain good back posture
• Use correct lifting techniques
• Team-lift large or heavy objects
• Use material-handling aids