CLA Safe Material Handling and Equipment Operations

Load stability is NOT an important factor to consider when lifting a load.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Wearing more than one pair of gloves does not affect your ability to lift a load.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Safe lifting practices include (select all that apply):

• Using angled shelving

• Lifting from the floor

• Using legs to push up the load

• Using team lifting

Who is responsible for the safe operation of material handling equipment?

• The equipment's manufacturer

• Employers

• Employees

• All of the above

Your power zone is located:

• Above your shoulders

• Above your waist and below your shoulders

• Above your knees and below your shoulders

• Above your knees and below your waist

What type of PPE is used to protect workers from falling objects?

• Gloves

• Boots

• Mask

• Hard hat

In logistics, the most common PPE is:

• Hard hat

• Boots

• Gloves

• Mask

One way of ensuring safety in a logistics facility is to perform regular maintenance checks on equipment.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Two logistics students, Mark and Sarah, are discussing safety in logistics facilities. Mark says when lifting from the floor, you should bend at the waist to reach the load. Sarah says that using team lifting or mechanical assistance is a good safe lifting practice. Which student--Mark or Sarah--is correct?

• Mark is correct

• Sarah is correct

• Both are correct

• Neither is correct

Which of the following types of PPE is used to protect the lungs against airborne dust or particles?

• Hard hat

• Goggles

• Earmuffs

• Respirator