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Calculator for analyzing liftingoperationsStep 6In our example, we started out with a weight of45 lbs. However, our calculations indicated that36 lbs. was the maximum safe lifting limit weshould use. <strong>Lifting</strong> the initial 45 lbs. could resultin an WMSD (Work Related Muscular Skeletal Disorder.)
Principles for reducing heavy lifting• Reduce the weight• Use mechanical assistance• Slide instead of lift• Team lifting
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