Proper Lifting A
Factors to consider when preparing for a lift include:
A. Distance the object is to be moved
B. Frequently or repetition of the life
C. Awkwardness of the lift
D. All of the above
D. All of the above
True or False: a common type of hazard is any area where one type of walking surface ends, and another begins.
TRUE
True or False: Good housekeeping does not prevent workplace hazards.
FALSE
If an object is large, heavy or awkward you should:
A. Use a mechanical aid
B. Push the object instead of lift
C. A and D
D. Get help from a co-worker
C. A and D
use a mechanical aid or get help from a co-worker
What is the number one cause of a slip, trip or fall?
Not paying attention!
When done with a tool in the shop, what should you do with it?
A. Leave it on Tyler’s table.
B. Put it back on the floor where you found it.
C. Ask where it belongs and put it in its correct home spot.
D. Put it on Tim’s desk and he can take care of it.
C. Ask where it belongs, and put it in its correct home spot!!!!
What is the preferred weight limit that employees should lift by themselves?
51 lbs
Any object that sticks up a _______ or more off the ground can cause you to trip.
1/2 inch
True or false: Productivity increases because tools and materials are in their correct place at all times.
TRUE
When you are carrying a heavy load in your arms, why is it important to turn at your feet instead of the waste?
Twisting takes your spine out of alignment and makes you vulnerable to injury.
Slips, trips and falls account for approximately _____% of workplace deaths.
15%
What is the best way to keep up with good housekeeping daily?
Build yourself an effective daily routine!
What are the elements of a proper lifting form?
Straight/up-right back, bend at the knees, keep it close to your body, and lift with your leg muscles.
What is the leading cause of slips, trips and falls?
Poor housekeeping
If you see a potential hazard such as an oil/water spill on the floor, what do you do?
A. Ignore it because you didn’t make the mess.
B. Have Tim tell Tina to notify Jaicee to clean it up.
C. Put a chair over it.
D. Grab the correct materials and properly dry/clean up the mess.
D. Grab the correct materials and properly dry/clean up the mess.