Tips for Lifting
February 24, 2022 Posted in: ASK AN EXPERT
- Stand close to the load to be lifted
- Place your feet shoulder width apart
- Bend your knees and keep your back straight
- Squat down to the level of the object and test the weight of the load
- Ask for help if the load is too heavy or awkward!
- Use the strength of your leg and arm muscles (not your back) to smoothly and slowly lift the load. Try not to jerk when lifting
- Keep the load close to your body
- Never twist your body while turning and carrying the load
- Pivot to turn in the direction you want to move toward
- Bend your knees and slowly lower the load to its new location