Module 7: Materials Handling

Which of the following motions is commonly cited as a cause for back injuries?

• Bending

• Pushing

• Lifting

• All of the above

Mechanical material handling involves:

• Using your body to carry heavy tools

• Lifting objects with a crane

• Stacking boxes manually

• Pushing carts by hand

To prevent worker injuries and damaged materials, aisles and passageways should be:

• Narrow and winding

• Clear of obstructions

• Dimly lit

• Uneven

Bad housekeeping can lead to:

• Increased productivity

• A decrease in workplace injuries

• A disorderly worksite

• Improved employee morale

Which of the following openings does NOT require a guardrail?

• Floor holes

• Wall openings

• Potholes

• Elevator shafts

Around 20 to 25 percent of forklift-related injuries are related to:

• Inadequate training

• Mechanical failures

• Poor lighting

• Uneven flooring

Ergonomics is based on the principle that:

• The person should adapt to fit the job

• The job should be adapted to fit the person

• Employees should work longer hours

• Workstations should remain static

When lifting a load, you should always:

• Keep the load close to your body

• Bend at the waist

• Twist your torso

• Lift with your back

To prevent potential hazards when storing materials, workers should:

• Join materials that are non-compatible

• Stack materials haphazardly

• Ensure materials are stable and secure

• Ignore weight limits

Bags, containers, and bundles stored in tiers must be:

• Stacked

• Blocked

• Interlocked

• All of the above