E. MATERIAL HANDLING
The following are general safety rules and requirements regarding material handling and material handling equipment regularly used on campus.
1. LIFTING BY HAND
Lifting and carrying can be done without injury by using the following criteria:
a. Personal Protection
NOTE: Minor office material lifting is exempt from Personal Protection section of “Lifting By Hand.”
i. Hand protection shall be used when lifting; however, gloves or loose clothing shall not be worn around rotating and reciprocating equipment.
1) Leather gloves and aprons shall be worn when handling rough or sharp objects.
2) Chemical gloves, splash suits, and eye protection shall be worn when handling chemicals of any nature (corrosives, flammables, etc.).
ii. Eye protection are recommended to be worn at all times.
iii. Steel-toed shoes and/or shin guards are recommended to be worn at all times.
b. Body Condition
How much should you lift? Lifting capacity depends on body condition; that is, flexibility and strength, and physical make-up. To help your condition, build up your strength by a regular exercise program and stretch your body before doing any lifting.
c. Sizing Up The Load
Questions to ask:
i. Is it too big for you to handle?
ii. What about the shape? Is it irregular, square, rectangular, etc.?
iii. Can you get a firm, comfortable grip?
iv. How many loads are there and where are they going?
d. Lifting It Right
i. There are six steps to proper lifting:
1) Keep feet parted–one alongside the object and one behind the object. Comfortably spread feet give greater stability; the rear foot is in position for the upward thrust of the lift….
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Safety Manual: Material Handling
