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Material Handling Training Short

Name: Material Handling Training Short
Brand: Training Shorts
SKU: ATS143-5
Availability: OnlineOnly

This course trains employees on safe Material Handling practices to prevent musculoskeletal injuries and falls.

1 minutes

2025

SKU: ATS143-5

Training Objectives

Maintain an unobstructed line of sight by managing load height

Apply specific protocols for seeking assistance (team lifting) for excessive weights

Course Overview

Your back is not a crane.

Manual material handling is the leading cause of back injuries in the workplace. This training short replaces bad habits with proper ergonomic mechanics. We explain why pushing a cart is biomechanically superior to pulling it, allowing your body weight to do the work rather than straining your spine.

We also address the critical "Line of Sight" rule: if the stack is too high to see over, you are walking blind into a potential accident. Finally, we establish protocols for using mechanical aids. Why struggle with a heavy load when a hoist or dolly can do the work for you? Watch this video to learn how to move materials without sacrificing your body.

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Improper handling can result in damage to the materials, damage to the facility, and injuries to employees.

Pushing a cart is preferred because it allows the operator a much better line of sight of their surroundings.

You should either get help from other employees or use a mechanical lifting device to complete the task.

A tool belt allows you to carry tools while keeping your hands free for balance and movement.

You should always move in a slow, controlled manner to ensure you maintain balance and avoid hazards.

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$55

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1-min streaming video | 30–45 min interactive course

Certificate of completion

Multiple language options

Progress tracking

Mobile compatible

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