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Planning for a Safe Lift Training Short

Name: Planning for a Safe Lift Training Short
Brand: Training Shorts
SKU: ATS068-2
Availability: OnlineOnly

Learn how planning and risk assessment help prevent injuries during lifting tasks.

4 minutes

2023

SKU: ATS068-2

Training Objectives

Identify key risk factors that affect safe lifting tasks

Apply planning strategies to reduce lifting hazards

Course Overview

Safe lifting starts before the object ever leaves the ground.

This training introduces the major factors that influence lifting risk, including load weight, distance from the body, lift height, twisting movements, repetition, and grip quality. These elements, identified through research by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), help determine safe lifting limits and guide workers in assessing lifting tasks more effectively.

You’ll also learn why it’s important to assess the work environment, maintain clear pathways, and use assistive equipment when necessary. By planning ahead, minimizing strain, and using the right tools, employees can perform lifting tasks more safely while protecting their backs and reducing workplace injuries.

NIOSH, 29 CFR 1910.176, 29 CF 1926.958 and OSHA's General Duty Clause (29 USC 654 Section 5(a)(1))

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Planning helps identify potential hazards such as heavy loads, awkward positions, or obstacles, allowing workers to reduce injury risks before lifting.

The NIOSH lifting equation helps evaluate lifting tasks and determine recommended weight limits to reduce the risk of back injuries.

Keeping loads close to the body reduces strain on the back and improves balance and control during the lift.

Twisting while lifting increases stress on the spine and can lead to serious back injuries. It’s safer to pivot with your feet instead.

Equipment such as dollies, hand trucks, and lift-assist devices help move heavy or awkward loads while reducing strain on the body.

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