Manual handling Archives - HSEBox.com https://hsebox.com/category/training/manual-handling/ Everything you need as a safety professional Thu, 24 Jul 2025 11:12:27 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://hsebox.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/60logosolo.png Manual handling Archives - HSEBox.com https://hsebox.com/category/training/manual-handling/ 32 32 Lifting Safely https://hsebox.com/lifting-safely-2/ https://hsebox.com/lifting-safely-2/#respond Tue, 23 Jul 2024 09:38:19 +0000 https://hsebox.com/?p=708 Each day in some form or fashion you do lifting in this facility and at home. Lifting safely is one the most important things you can do to protect your back throughout your lifetime. Back Strain and Back Injury Cause Serious Pain and Disability The back supports the body. One wrong move or repeated stress […]

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]]> https://hsebox.com/lifting-safely-2/feed/ 0 Safe Lifting https://hsebox.com/safe-lifting/ https://hsebox.com/safe-lifting/#respond Fri, 10 May 2024 11:44:59 +0000 https://hsebox.com/?p=678 Most of us are aware that there is a right and a wrong way to lift something. Each year training is provided to make you aware of safe lifting techniques, however, did you know that an average of 30 people injure their backs on the job each day in one state alone. There are various […]

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]]> https://hsebox.com/safe-lifting/feed/ 0 Back to Basics: Top 10 HSE Questions Answered https://hsebox.com/back-to-basics-top-10-hse-questions-answered/ https://hsebox.com/back-to-basics-top-10-hse-questions-answered/#respond Sat, 16 Mar 2024 09:10:02 +0000 https://hsebox.com/?p=12976 Welcome back, HSE professionals! Today, we’re going back to basics with the top 10 questions and answers related to Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE). Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out in the field, revisiting fundamental concepts is always beneficial. Before we dive in, we want to hear from you. What are your […]

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]]> https://hsebox.com/back-to-basics-top-10-hse-questions-answered/feed/ 0 Lifting Safely – Prepare https://hsebox.com/lifting-safely-prepare/ https://hsebox.com/lifting-safely-prepare/#respond Fri, 15 Mar 2024 12:20:01 +0000 https://hsebox.com/?p=706 Each day in some form or fashion you do lifting in this facility and at home. Lifting safely is one the most important things you can do to protect your back throughout your lifetime. Lifting Is a Major Cause of Job-Related Back Injury  Avoid Lifting Manually When Possible Test the weight and stability of the […]

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]]> https://hsebox.com/lifting-safely-prepare/feed/ 0 Lift it twice!! https://hsebox.com/lift-it-twice/ https://hsebox.com/lift-it-twice/#respond Fri, 15 Mar 2024 12:19:55 +0000 https://hsebox.com/?p=695 Most of you have heard the general rules of safe lifting. Remember to “Get a firm grip on the load, keep it close, bend at the knees, use your legs to lift the load, and keep your spine in the natural position (with an arch in your lower back).” These principles always apply and should […]

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]]> https://hsebox.com/lift-it-twice/feed/ 0 Explaining Health, Safety, and Environmental Management Systems https://hsebox.com/explaining-health-safety-and-environmental-management-systems/ https://hsebox.com/explaining-health-safety-and-environmental-management-systems/#respond Sat, 03 Feb 2024 11:48:55 +0000 https://hsebox.com/?p=12878 Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management systems are foundational frameworks that organizations implement to ensure the well-being of their employees, protect the environment, and meet regulatory requirements. These systems provide a structured approach to identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with workplace health, safety, and environmental hazards. In this article, we explore the key components, […]

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]]> https://hsebox.com/explaining-health-safety-and-environmental-management-systems/feed/ 0 The “Dos” of Lifting https://hsebox.com/the-dos-of-lifting/ https://hsebox.com/the-dos-of-lifting/#respond Sat, 03 Feb 2024 11:48:50 +0000 https://hsebox.com/?p=691 Is lifting part of your job routine? If so, then everyday you risk injury from strains, sprains, hernias, cuts, and bruises. Let’s review the dos of lifting.

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]]> https://hsebox.com/the-dos-of-lifting/feed/ 0 Your Back IQ Test (Part 2) https://hsebox.com/your-back-iq-test-part-2/ https://hsebox.com/your-back-iq-test-part-2/#respond Wed, 27 Dec 2023 10:48:41 +0000 https://hsebox.com/?p=721 Lifting safely is one the most important things you can do to protect your back throughout your lifetime. Yesterday we started taking the Back IQ Test. Let’s finish the quiz. Q: Which muscles are most important for keeping the spine in its strong S-shaped curve? (Wait for some answers) A: Abdominal muscles, which work in […]

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]]> https://hsebox.com/your-back-iq-test-part-2/feed/ 0 Two-Person Lifting Tips https://hsebox.com/two-person-lifting-tips/ https://hsebox.com/two-person-lifting-tips/#respond Fri, 08 Dec 2023 07:57:46 +0000 https://hsebox.com/?p=713 Occasionally we can’t or shouldn’t lift something by ourselves. Items that are heavy, large, awkward in shape or awkward in weight need two or more people to lift. However, if you don’t do that in an organized fashion, a helping hand could become a hurting hand. Have you ever helped move a something up or […]

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]]> https://hsebox.com/two-person-lifting-tips/feed/ 0 Back Injury Prevention Techniques https://hsebox.com/back-injury-prevention-techniques/ https://hsebox.com/back-injury-prevention-techniques/#respond Fri, 08 Dec 2023 07:57:42 +0000 https://hsebox.com/?p=682  Your back is in motion all day, every day, even when you sleep. It bends when you sit, twists when you turn, lifts when you stand and supports you when you walk. An injured back can be uncomfortable or it can be disabling. By learning a few back injury prevention techniques, you may be able […]

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]]> https://hsebox.com/back-injury-prevention-techniques/feed/ 0 Musculoskeletal Disorders in the Workplace: Navigating Prevention, Management, and a Healthier Future https://hsebox.com/musculoskeletal-disorders-in-the-workplace-navigating-prevention-management-and-a-healthier-future/ https://hsebox.com/musculoskeletal-disorders-in-the-workplace-navigating-prevention-management-and-a-healthier-future/#respond Sat, 30 Sep 2023 14:28:21 +0000 https://hsebox.com/?p=12516 In the intricate tapestry of occupational health, Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) stand as a formidable challenge, impacting the well-being of individuals and the efficiency of organizations. Ranging from back pain to repetitive strain injuries, MSDs have become a prevalent concern in workplaces worldwide. Understanding the nuances of these disorders, their causes, prevention, and management is not […]

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]]> https://hsebox.com/musculoskeletal-disorders-in-the-workplace-navigating-prevention-management-and-a-healthier-future/feed/ 0 Lifting Safely – Carrying https://hsebox.com/lifting-safely-carrying/ https://hsebox.com/lifting-safely-carrying/#respond Fri, 22 Sep 2023 14:19:25 +0000 https://hsebox.com/?p=703 Each day in some form or fashion you do lifting in this facility and at home. Lifting safely is one the most important things you can do to protect your back throughout your lifetime. Lift Properly, So Your Legs Do the Work—Not Your Back Avoid Back Strain While Carrying

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