Safety 1st Advancer Manual do Operador descarregar pdf (Página 78)

Environmental Remediation Drilling

Safety Guideline

Page 78 of 132

4.12 - Materials Handling

4.12.1 - Proper Lifting

Back injury is a common drilling injury. Improper lifting causes lower-back pain even for those who are

strong and in good condition. Almost 65 percent of workers have back pain at some point during their

working career.

Think through the process - How can you move the material or equipment and still minimize total weight,

distance traveled, and frequency of movement? Be sure of your footing. When possible, let the drill rig do the

work or use other mechanical devices to lift and move materials. Ask others to help with awkward or heavy

items and equipment. Offer to help someone else with lifting. Stretch and warm-up muscles before lifting. Use

proper lifting techniques. Move heavy objects with the aid of handcarts whenever possible.

Proper lifting takes the hazard out of moving heavy objects. Ask someone who knows how to demonstrate

the following procedures. Then use them whenever you lift something either at work or at home:

• Establish you can lift the load safely or ask for help

• Use a mechanical lifting device if available

• Inspect route to be traveled making sure of sufficient clearance

• Look for any obstructions or spills

• Inspect the object to decide how it should be grasped

• Look for sharp edges, slivers, or other things that might cause injury

• Do not move any object that will obstruct your field of vision when transporting the load.

Before lifting a relatively heavy object:

1. Approach the object by bending at the knees,

2. Keeping your back vertical and un-arched while obtaining a firm footing.

3. Grasp the object firmly with both hands.

4. Stand slowly and squarely while keeping your back vertical and un-arched.

NOTE: Lift with the muscles in your legs, not the muscles in your lower back. If the object is in

excess of 50 pounds, request assistance.

4.12.2 - Heavy Materials, Drums and Containers - Lifting and Moving

• Do not lift or move heavy containers without assistance

• Do not lift or move awkward loads without assistance.

• Use proper bending and lifting techniques by lifting with arms and legs and not with back

• If possible, use powered lift truck, drum cart, or other mechanical means

• Take breaks if feeling faint or overexerted

• Spot drums in storage area prior to filling

• Wear appropriate PPE including leather gloves and steel-toed boots

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