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What is the recommended step before lifting a load?
What is the recommended step before lifting a load?
- Wear gloves to protect hands
- Examine the load and the surrounding area thoroughly (correct)
- Ask for help from a colleague
- Grease the ground for better lifting
Why is it suggested to push the spade down using leg muscles when digging?
Why is it suggested to push the spade down using leg muscles when digging?
- To keep the spade clean
- To avoid getting dirt on clothing
- To prevent back injuries (correct)
- To make digging faster
What should you do to ensure that you can lift a load without over-exertion?
What should you do to ensure that you can lift a load without over-exertion?
- Assess and identify the weight of the load (correct)
- Use only your back muscles for lifting
- Immediately attempt to lift the load
- Ignore the weight of the load
What can cause slips and falls during lifting?
What can cause slips and falls during lifting?
Which is NOT a recommended mechanical aid for lifting heavy or awkward loads?
Which is NOT a recommended mechanical aid for lifting heavy or awkward loads?
Why should you stand close to the load and face the way you intend to move before lifting?
Why should you stand close to the load and face the way you intend to move before lifting?
What type of equipment should be used to move heavy, irregularly shaped objects?
What type of equipment should be used to move heavy, irregularly shaped objects?
What is the recommended equipment for moving materials stored on pallets?
What is the recommended equipment for moving materials stored on pallets?
Which equipment is suitable for moving and dumping waste materials?
Which equipment is suitable for moving and dumping waste materials?
What type of equipment is recommended for handling sheet materials?
What type of equipment is recommended for handling sheet materials?
Which category of mechanically-powered materials handling equipment includes hoists and cranes?
Which category of mechanically-powered materials handling equipment includes hoists and cranes?
What type of hand truck should be chosen for moving materials in rough terrain?
What type of hand truck should be chosen for moving materials in rough terrain?
What is the purpose of applying carrying handles for glass and other materials with sharp edges?
What is the purpose of applying carrying handles for glass and other materials with sharp edges?
Why is it important to check for the availability of mechanical aids before lifting or moving loads?
Why is it important to check for the availability of mechanical aids before lifting or moving loads?
What should you do if you are not trained to operate specific handling equipment?
What should you do if you are not trained to operate specific handling equipment?
When using manually powered materials handling equipment, what can help in transporting loads with limited space?
When using manually powered materials handling equipment, what can help in transporting loads with limited space?
Why shouldn't you operate any equipment if you are not trained to use it?
Why shouldn't you operate any equipment if you are not trained to use it?
What should be done to save effort while transporting loads using mechanical aids?
What should be done to save effort while transporting loads using mechanical aids?
