Basics for Safe Lifting

It is important to apply ing  the basic principles for safe lifting.  If you need assistance in determining or improving the safety of  any material handling such as lifting  please contact ergo@lbl.gov.

Back Safety Low Lift and Transfer 2:11


Pushing and Pulling 1:41

Example of how to store heavier loads between knee and shoulder height. Very heavy loads (50 lbs. or more) should be stored where they won't have to be manually lifted. Lighter and less frequently moved items should be placed on higher shelves.