Lifting
PMHE
HEB Acronyms
100

What is a team lift? 

When 2 or more partners lift an item together for safety. 

100

What does PMHE stand for? 

Powered Material Handling Equipment

100

What does ORT stand for? 

Operations Review Team

200

What cart is best to use when breaking down a pallet? 

The taller the cart the better to prevent back strains. A utility cart is preferred over a six wheeler. 

200

What equipment falls under PMHE? 

1) Walkie Stacker/Forklift Truck

2) Powered Pallet Jack 

3) Wave 

200

What does ATO stand for? 

Ask the Owner: AKA Store Standards in ATO

300

The 6 Steps to Safe Lifting are what? 

Step 1: Wide Base for Balance.

Step 2: Lower Bottom & Hips.

Step 3: Power Zone

Step 4: Chest out & Chin up

Step 5: Lift with the legs,

Step 6: Move and Step, Shoulder & Hips, Nose and Toes

300

How often do you have to be recertified on PMHE?

Minimum of every three years. 

300

What does the acronym PASS stand for? 

P: Pull the pin.

A: Aim the extinguisher nozzle at the base of the fire 

S: Squeeze the handle.

S: Sweep from side to side.