Safe
Lifting Techniques and Procedures
In the warehouse environment,
no matter how much material handling equipment
you have, there are times when items must be moved
manually. As your employees lift and move items
like boxes, crates, and pallets, there is a high
chance of injury, especially if your employees
are not trained in safe lifting techniques and
procedures around pallet rack.
This is why it is essential to train your employees
about safe lifting techniques and procedures before
they are allowed to enter your warehouse. Safe
lifting techniques and procedures should also
be a part of your ongoing education of existing
employees so that they do not forget or ignore
the importance of this issue.
Safe lifting techniques and procedures
are essential before, during, and after employees
attempt to lift an item. Here are some key considerations
for safe lifting techniques and procedures:
- Check
the object before you try to lift it, usually
by trying to push it.
- Make
sure the item is packed in a balanced way so
that one side does not become heavier than the
other.
- Check
to see if the load can be gripped easily and
securely (perhaps by adding handles to loads).
- The
load should be easy to reach.
- Learn
to lift in a way that prevents injuries, particularly
back injury.
- Wear
safety equipment like back braces, proper shoes,
and gloves when necessary.
- Get
other employees to help you.
Ace Industrial is a leader in
providing material handing equipment like pallet
rack that prevents injury to employees and
increases efficiency in many different warehouse
environments. Please call or e-mail us today about
how our material handling equipment can assist
you with your concerns regarding safe lifting
techniques and procedures.
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