UNIVERSITY SYSTEM OF GEORGIA

Hazardous Waste Awareness

Environmental & Occupational Safety Training

Introduction

Lifting and Carrying

  • Get help when lifting large, heavy, or awkward loads
  • Carry loads close to the body
  • Place heavy loads at waist level, whenever possible
  • Take a step and turn rather than twisting
  • Do not carry too many books at one time
  • Switch back and forth between using your left and right arms
  • If practical, locate heavy books at waist height

 

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