The 10 steps for safe lifting

Step 1: Assess the load.

Image of a man assessing the load.

Step 2: Get close to the load.

Image of a man getting close to the load.

Step 3: Set your feet apart for balance.

Image of a man setting his feet apart for balance.

Step 4: Relax your knees.

Image of a man relaxing his knees as he gets down to the load.

Step 5: Lower your body and bend your knees.

Image of a man loweing his body and bending his knees.

Step 6: Lower your head.

Image of a man lowering his head as he squats next to the load.

Step 7: Get a firm grip.

Image of a man getting a firm grip on the box.

Step 8: Raise your head and look ahead.

Image of a man raising his head as he prepares to lift the box.

Step 9: Straighten your legs.

Image of man straightening his legs as he rises.

Step 10: Lift, then turn your feet before walking.

Image of man waling away with the load.
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