Core Mod. 109 (RQ1-10) Intro. to Material Handling

When performing materials-handling tasks, it is important to be ________________.

• mentally and physically fit

• able to carry large or heavy loads

• nimble enough to move around obstacles

• able to work from heights

Loose gloves reduce _______________ and may get caught on moving objects and machinery.

• friction

• rigidity

• torque

• grip strength

To reduce the risk of back injuries, you must use proper _________ techniques.

• machine-operating

• electrical wiring

• lifting

• conversational

When working with motorized lifting equipment and verbal communication is difficult, workers should rely on ___________ to communicate.

• written notes

• shouting

• hand signals

• a relay person

Reaching above _____________ height can cause stress to the shoulders and back.

• knee

• hip

• shoulder

• head

The proper way to get tools to a worker on a higher level is to ___________________.

• toss them carefully

• carry them up a ladder

• place them in your pocket

• use a rope and bucket

Never leave a jack under a load without _________________.

• checking it

• weighing it

• lowering it

• blocking it

When handling materials with a machine, know the _______________ of the objects to be moved.

• height

• volume

• weight

• girth

An example of a motorized materials-handling device is a ___________________-.

• concrete mule

• jack

• porta-power

• piper mule

If your view is obstructed when handling materials, use a ____________________ to assist you and make sure your path is clear.

• mirror

• spotter

• tow rope

• step ladder