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Illustrated safe manual handling and lifting poster
THINK BEFORE YOU LIFT
Plan it. Test it. Move it safely.
PLAN + TESTClear route · test the load
USE ASSISTANCETrolley or team lift
MOVE SAFELYLoad close · turn with feet

WAREHOUSEOPS · SAFETY

Manual handling: think before you lift

A practical pre-lift check for weight, route, grip, posture and mechanical assistance.
  1. 1
    PLAN

    Know the destination and clear the route

  2. 2
    TEST

    Check weight, stability and grip

  3. 3
    ASSIST

    Use a trolley, lifter or team lift when needed

  4. 4
    POSITION

    Keep the load close and feet stable

  5. 5
    MOVE

    Avoid twisting; turn with the feet

  6. 6
    PLACE

    Set down securely without trapping fingers

If the load is too heavy, unstable or awkward, stop and use a safer method.Use with your current site procedure, risk assessment and applicable requirements. · warehouseops.in

What the poster means

  1. 1
    PLAN

    Know the destination and clear the route

  2. 2
    TEST

    Check weight, stability and grip

  3. 3
    ASSIST

    Use a trolley, lifter or team lift when needed

  4. 4
    POSITION

    Keep the load close and feet stable

  5. 5
    MOVE

    Avoid twisting; turn with the feet

  6. 6
    PLACE

    Set down securely without trapping fingers

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