This AGL 2024 toolbox talk provides practical guidance on safe manual handling. It outlines key pre-lift considerations such as assessing the load, checking walkways and lighting, using mechanical aids first, and wearing appropriate PPE like gloves and safety footwear. The guide details correct lifting techniques: stance and foot placement, bending knees with a straight back, secure grip, breathing to support the spine, lifting with the legs, keeping loads close, maintaining clear vision, and moving slowly without jerking or twisting. It includes tips for staged lifts to higher levels and emphasizes coordinated team lifts when more than one person is involved. A note prompts supervisors to communicate company policy on manual handling to their teams.
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