Although technology has advanced since the days of Ancient Egypt and the pyramids, there are still many workers who carry and move heavy materials manually. What’s also advanced is our understanding of how performing these tasks continually over time causes musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs), like strains and sprains to the lower back, shoulders and arms.

5 Steps to Compliance

Taking the following 5 steps should help you avoid citations for manual materials:

Step #1: Determine if Materials Can Be Moved Mechanically

Determine if mechanical devices such as forklifts, […]