Proper lifting

Here are some tips from the Health, Safety and Radiation Protection (HSR) Division to ensure proper lifting.

• Hands should be between shoulders and knuckle height (distance above floor when hands hang at sides);
• Securely grip objects to be lifted and keep load close to the body;
• Lift smoothly, keeping the back as vertical as possible; don't twist or bend to the side;
• Wear properly fitting gloves when handling objects with hard, sharp or rough surfaces;
• Size up a load before you lift. Get help with heavy or awkward loads.

Follow these steps and avoid back problems and other negative side effects of improper lifting.