Box Lifting
Many workers are often faced with the daily task of lifting a box. Lifting procedures can include packing, stacking or simply loading/ unloading pallets. Although in many cases a box may not be seen as excessively heavy, it is the repetitive nature of the task which is often the problem. It is not uncommon for a worker to injury their lower backs when lifting boxes incorrectly and therefore it is essential that the correct lifting procedure is undertaken.
Step One: It is first necessary to position yourself next to the box with a shoulder width stance.
Step Two: When lowering yourself down to the box, it is essential that you bend your knees. Please note: your upper body should stay straight and your waist should not twist.
Step Three: When gripping the box, it is crucial to firmly hold the box with both hands.
Step Four: When standing up, it is necessary to slowly straighten your legs without twisting the upper body.
Step Five: Once the box is raised to the same level as the chest, it is essential that the box is kept as close to the body as possible, therefore minimising the level of stress being placed to the lower back.
Step Six: When walking with the box, it is essential that all changes of direction are done by pivoting the feet rather than twisting the upper body.
As well as following the above procedure, lifting systems such as vacuum box lifter have been developed to both reduce the risk of back injuries and to increase productivity.
For more information please see Box Lifter
Tags: Pallets, Productivity, Vacuum Box