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Lift & Carry Correctly
The SMART lifting technique: This technique can be used to pick up small light loads from low
levels.
Size up the load
• Assess the load (size, shape, and weight).
• Assess whether the load needs to be
moved;
• Where is it going to be placed” Check that
there are no obstructions;
• Assess whether mechanical or human
assistance is required.
Move the load as close to the body as
possible
• A load is heavier to lift or carry if it is not
close to the body.
• The whole hand should be used to ensure
a rm grip.
Always bend your knees
• Maintain balance.
• Keep feet apart and in a comfortable
position.
• Minimise lower back bending.
• Bend knees preferable at as large an angle
as possible but not at a right angle - use a
semi-squat in preference to a full squat.
Raise the load with your legs
• Achieve the lift smoothly and without
jerkiness.
• Maintain the normal curvature of the
spine to allow the force of the load to be
distributed evenly from the spine to the
pelvis.
Turn your feet in the direction that you
want to move the load.
• Avoid unnecessary bending, twisting, and
reaching.
• Change direction by turning your feet and
not your back.
• To set the load down, squat down, keep
your head up and let your legs do the work.
What’s in the Box: Stroller Parts
Remember to THINK TALL - chest lifted,
shoulders relaxed, chin tucked in, and
head level.
1 x Canopy
2 x Rear Wheels
2 x Front Wheels
1 x Arm Bar
What’s in the Box: Accessories
1 x Seat Liner
1 x Stroller Frame
1 x Stroller Seat
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