This course has been discontinued
In this course, we're going to talk about manual material lifting and handling. And I think you'll find there are some really good tips on how to properly lift, set an object down, and not hurt yourself by twisting in the process. We are committed to promoting a safe working environment for all employees and contractors.
The intent of this course is to instruct in how to prevent injuries associated with manual material handling by employing recognized safety practices. Job tasks involving materials handling must be assessed to eliminate or minimize potential hazard exposure. Safe manual material handling is a continuous process that involves three reoccurring stages to be successful: Identification of the risks of all manual handling tasks, assessment of the likelihood of injury, and control of the risk through work design, use of appropriate mechanical aids, and the provision of training and information to supervisors and employees.