Lifting Equipment :- Dos & Donts
Do….👍
- Check the equipment is right for the job, including all the associated parts
- Make sure all the parts are suitable for the weight you need to lift
- Use the equipment according to the manufacturer s guidelines
- Wear the correct safety gear Items such as hats, jackets, and safetymshoes should all be used relevant to the machine being used
- Only used certified equipment
- Attain, and then keep hold of, thorough examination reports
- Make sure your load is securely and properly attached
- Find the center of gravity when lifting an unbalanced load at a low height there will be less harm if it drops
- Rehearse the lift if possible.
Don’t…👎
- Remove any safe guards on the machine they are there for safety after all
- Distract anybody operating the machinery
- Wear lose fitting clothes or anything that could cause a problem Long hair should be tied back securely and jewellery should not be worn
- Use unsuitable equipment such as damaged or makeshift chains
- Exceed the stated maximum lifting load possible by the machine
- Use equipment that has a danger sign on it, unless you are qualified to do so.
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