1-Hour Handling Heavy Materials and Proper Lifting Techniques
SST General Elective Course
Course Description
Handling Heavy Materials
Lifting heavy items is one of the leading causes of injury in the workplace. In 2001, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that over 36 percent of injuries involving missed workdays were the result of shoulder and back injuries. Overexertion and cumulative trauma were the biggest factors in these injuries.
This course will go over proper lifting techniques of heavy materials and explain why these techniques are necessary for safety and the success of a construction project.
Learning Outcomes
How to determine the weight of objects
What are awkward lifting postures to avoid
High-Frequency and Long-Duration Lifting
How to deal with inadequate handholds
Environmental Factors
NYC DOB SST Requirement
This course serves as an elective towards the training requirements for individuals applying for a Site Safety Training Card, required under NYC Local Law 196.
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