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Material Handlins <br />Lifting and moving of objects must be done by mechanical devices rather than by manual effort <br />whenever this is practical. The equipment used must be appropriate for the lifting or moving <br />task. Lifting and moving devices must be operated only by personnel trained and authorized to <br />operate them. Employees will not be required to lift heavy or bulky objects that overtax their <br />physical condition or capability. <br />Manual lifting and handling of material must be done by methods that ensure the safety of <br />both the employee and the material. Workers whose task assignments require heavy lifting <br />must be properly trained and physically qualified. The following are rules for manual lifting: <br />t. Inspect the load to be lifted for sharp edges, slivers, and wet or greasy spots <br />2. Wear gloves when lifting or handling objects with sharp or splintered edges. These <br />gloves must be free of oil, grease, or other agents that may cause a poor grip. <br />3. Inspect the route over which the load is to be carried. It should be in plain view and free <br />of obstructions or spillage that could cause tripping or slipping. <br />4. Consider the distance the load is to be carried. Recognize the fact your gripping power <br />may weaken over long distances. <br />s. Size up the load and make a preliminary "heft" to be sure the load is easily within your <br />lifting capacity. If it is not, get help. <br />6. If team lifting is required, personnel should be similar in size and physique. One person <br />should act as leader and give the commands to lift, lower, etc. <br />�. Two persons carrying a long piece of pipe or lumber should carry it on the same <br />shoulder and walk in step. Shoulder pads should be used to prevent cutting shoulders <br />and help reduce fatigue. <br />To lift an object off the ground, the following are manual lifting steps: <br />t. Make sure of good footing and set your feet about 10 to 15 inches apart. It may help to <br />set one foot forward of the other. <br />z. Assume aknee-bend or squatting position, keeping your back straight and upright. Get <br />a firm grip and lift the object by straightening your knees -not your back. <br />3. Carry the load close to your body (not on extended arms). To turn or change your <br />position, shift your feet - don't twist your back. <br />Mechanical devices must be used for lifting and moving objects that are too heavy or bulky for <br />safe manual handling by employees. Employees who have not been trained must not operate <br />power -driven mechanical devices to lift or move objects of any weight. Heavy objects that <br />require special handling or rigging must be moved only by riggers or under the guidance of <br />employees specifically <br />I7.9 <br />