This work involves pushing, pulling and lifting materials, sometimes with the help of dollies.
Learning the safe use practices of dollies will help prevent musculoskeletal disorders, loss of mobility and time off the job.
Check for loose parts, torn wheels, greasy surfaces, air pressure on pneumatic tires, etc..
Lift with legs not the back, to shift the load into travel position..
Position load forward if necessary, for it to rest over the truck's axles..
Secure bulky, awkward or delicate objects to the hand truck..
To avoid getting pinned against something in tight space, position the dolly or hand truck ahead..
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