Material Handling Safety Flashcard

Front

Before attempting to lift any material, _____?

Back

look for any protruding nails, wires, or sharp edges

Front

Before attempting to lower an overhead load, _____?

Back

size up the load

Front

What is the proper procedure to lift objects?

Back

Lift with your legs, keep your back straight, and keep your head up.

Front

When stacking bags of material that are the same width, step back and cross key the bags _____.

Back

every 10 bags high

Front

Never stack or store materials _____.

Back

on scaffolds

Front

The knot shown in the figure above is a _____.

Back

bowline

Front

One common way to tie a clove hitch is to use two _____?

Back

half hitches

Front

When moving a material cart on an inclined or declined surface, be sure the _____

Back

load does not exceed the labeled weight capacity

Front

To transport a bottle of compressed gas, use a _____.

Back

cylinder cart

Front

What device may have a rotating table surface and/or spikes on the table surface for a better grip?

Back

Roller skid