160-04 - Materials Handling and Storing Safety for Construction
Learning objectives
- Describe methods and equipment used for materials handling in the workplace
- Identify hazards associated with materials handling activities
- Recall safe lifting techniques
- State concepts regarding the safe use of non-powered trucks to handle materials
- State concepts regarding the safe use of powered industrial trucks to handle materials
- Identify methods to prevent hazards associated with material handling equipment
- Recognize employer requirements to protect workers from material handling hazards
Course overview
Materials handling is the lifting, moving, and placing of anything used by people. Handling materials may be done manually or with lifting equipment such as a hand truck or forklift. Materials handling is one of the leading causes of disabling occupational injuries such as strains, sprains, and contusions. The principle cause of injuries is mishaps from improper lifting, not using available equipment, and unsafe work practices. The Materials Handling and Storing Safety for Construction training course explains how to minimize the risks of injury and illness by safely handling and storing materials. It also identifies potential hazards when handling materials and ways to prevent those hazards. Finally, it describes an employer's responsibilities for safe materials handling. Materials Handling and Storing Safety for Construction is part of the Construction Safety training course.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
