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A V O N   M A T E R I A L   S U P P L I E S   L T D   ( A M S   L T D )               D R I V E R   T R A I N I N G   M A N U A L                V E R S I O N 2

                    Handling devices - Aids such as barrows or trolleys should have handle heights that
                   are between waist and shoulder, and wheels should run smoothly.

                    Force - The operator should try to push rather than pull when moving a load, provided
                   they can see over it and control steering and stopping.

                    Slopes - Employees should enlist help whenever necessary if they have to negotiate
                   a slope or ramp.

                    Uneven surfaces - Moving an object over soft or uneven surfaces require higher
                   forces.

                    Stance and pace - To make it easier to push or pull, employees should keep their
                   feet away from the load and go no faster than walking speed.

                              Wherever possible, manual-handling operations should be avoided by
                                 redesigning work tasks to remove the need for manual handling.




                                    EXERCISE CARE AND VIGILANCE AT ALL TIMES.









































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