Types of mechanical handling and lifting equipment

There are four elements to mechanical handling, each of which can present hazards. These are handling equipment, the load, the workplace and the employees involved. 

The mechanical handling equipment must be capable of lifting and/or moving the load. It must be 

Rtm grip-dose to body slight bending of back, hips and knees at start. 

Lift smoothly to knee level and then waist level. No further bending of back. 

With dear visibility move forward without twisting. 

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