material handling 1
what is the maximum weight that we are to pick up?
50LBS
failing to store materials properly can lead to?
accidents, injusries and wasted materials
At what height is fall protection required?
6'
what does the working end of a rope refer to?
the end of the rope that is being used to tie the knot
a two wheeled cart that are used to move materials are called?
Hand Trucks or Dollys
Before attempting to lift any material, always assess the situation by doing the following
make sure its not to heavy, no sharp objects,inspect the path of travel,
leaving tools out when they should be storedd can create
Untidy work areas which can lead to accidents, tool Damage fand misplaced items
Is a five-gallon bucket appropriate to hoist items?
No
what does the term capsize mean?
to change the form and rearrange the parts of a knot
A two wheeled device used to transport long materials is called?
Pipe Mule
Along with the weight of the object to be lifted what else should be considered?
the shape and configuration
what are some good practices when stacking and storing materials?
Keep isles and walkways clear
keep cartons away from rain and moisture
stack pipes neatly and chock them so they cannot roll
Is it ok to carry tools and materials up and down ladders?
what is the square knot also called?
Reef Knot
A wheeled device used when a concrete pour is in a location that a concrete truck cannot reach
Concrete Mule
What technique should be used when lifting objects?
Lift with your knees not your back
when stacking bagged materials do not stack the bags?
the same width all the way to the top
What four types of Knots or hitches are covered in this module?
Bowline, half hitch, clove hitch and square knot
What is the bowline knot also called?
Rescue Knot
what is used to secure loads to hand trucks?
Ratchet straps or Bungee cords
For material handling tasks, it is just as important to be mentaly fit as it is to be_______________?
Physically fit
taper masonry blocks back____________?
one half block per tier above six feet
what is the standing end referring to?
the end that is not being knotted
When using non-motorized or manual material handling equipment you use?
The force and strength of your body to move the material
When the sound of motorized equipment makes verbal communication difficultworkers should us?
Hand Signals