LANDSCAPE ONTARIO – WORKPLACE SAFETY TAILGATE TALKS
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Grasp the article securely with the palms of your hands
and begin to lift by straightening your legs and keeping the
load close to your body. Never twist your body when carrying
an object.
Use team lifting coordinated techniques when the object is too
heavy, awkward or too large.
Consider other lifting equipment if any load is awkward and
too heavy.
If the article or load cannot be lifted with your legs, then it is too
heavy to be done manually. Consider using mechanical material
handling equipment.
Fill a wheelbarrow to 3/4 full or to a level which allows mobility
and movement subject to the job site conditions.
ACTION!
Demonstrate with your
crew the proper lifting
techniques and procedures
for the task at hand.
