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Materials Handling and
Storage
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Materials Handling and
Storage
Objective
Describe the hazards and requirements
related to materials handling and hoisting
operations.
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Handling Materials - General
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Sufficient safe clearances shall
be allowed for aisles, at
loading docks, through
doorways and wherever turns
or passage must be made.
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Aisles and passageways shall
be kept clear and in good
repair, with no obstruction
across or in aisles that could
create a hazard
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Handling Materials General
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Permanent aisles and
passageways shall be
appropriately marked
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Storage of material shall
not create a hazard
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Injuries
Lifting objects is a major
cause of back injuries in
the work place.
Improper storing and
handling of material and
equipment can cause
struck by and crushed by
injuries.
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Manual Handling
Seek help:
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When a load is too bulky to
properly grasp or lift.
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When you can’t see around or
over the load.
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When you can’t safely handle
the load.
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Attach handles to loads to
reduce the chances of getting
fingers smashed.
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Safe Lifting
Break load into parts.
Lift with legs, keep back straight,
do not twist.
Use handling aids - such as steps,
trestles, shoulder pads, handles,
and wheels.
Avoid lifting above shoulder level.
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Safe Lifting Training
What should be taught:
 How to lift safely.
 How to avoid unnecessary
physical stress and strain.
 What you can comfortably
handle without undue strain.
 Proper use of equipment.
 Recognizing potential
hazards and how to prevent /
correct them.
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Storing Materials
Secure materials stored in tiers
by stacking, racking, blocking,
or interlocking to prevent
them from falling.
Post safe load limits of floors.
Keep aisles and passageways
clear.
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Materials Handling Equipment
Employees must be
trained in the proper
use and limitations
of the equipment
they operate.
This includes
knowing how to
effectively use
equipment such as
forklifts, cranes,
and slings.
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Powered Industrial Trucks
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Powered industrial trucks
General requirements
 Applies to fire protection,
design, maintenance, and use
of fork trucks, tractors,
platform lift trucks, motorized
hand trucks, and other
specialized industrial trucks
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Training Program
Implementation
Training shall consist of a combination of:
 Formal
instruction (e.g., lecture,
discussion, interactive computer learning,
written material),
 Practical training (demonstrations and
exercises performed by the trainee), and
 Evaluation of the operator’s performance in
the workplace
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Powered Industrial Trucks
Truck-related topics
 Operating
instructions, warnings and
precautions
 Differences from automobile
 Controls and instrumentation
 Engine or motor operation
Steering and maneuvering
 Visibility
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Powered Industrial Trucks
Truck-related topics
Fork and attachment adaptation, operation,
use
 Vehicle capacity and stability
 Vehicle inspection and maintenance that
the operator will be required to perform
 Refueling/Charging/ Recharging batteries
 Operating limitations
 Other instructions, etc.
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Powered Industrial Trucks
Workplace-related topics
Surface conditions
 Composition and stability of loads
 Load manipulation, stacking, unstacking
 Pedestrian traffic
 Narrow aisles and restricted areas
 Operating in hazardous (classified)
locations
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Powered Industrial Trucks
Workplace-related topics
Operating on ramps and sloped
surfaces
 Potentially hazardous environmental
conditions
 Operating in closed environments or
other areas where poor ventilation or
maintenance could cause carbon
monoxide or diesel exhaust buildup
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Overhead and Gantry
Cranes
General requirements
 Rated loads must be marked on each
side of crane
 Cab location and access
 Footwalks and ladders
 Brakes
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Overhead and Gantry
Cranes
General requirements
 Hoisting equipment
– Sheaves
– Ropes
– Equalizers
– Hooks
 Warning device
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Crawler Locomotive and Truck
Cranes
General requirements
 Only
designated
personnel are
permitted to operate
 All cranes should
have initial and
regular inspections
 No crane should be
loaded beyond the
rated load
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Locomotive Crane
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Crawler Locomotive and Truck
Cranes
General requirements
 Crane
should be
equipped with the
proper fire
extinguisher
 Operations near
overhead lines should
be avoided
Crawler Crane
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Rigging Equipment Slings
Types of slings covered are those made from alloy
steel chain, wire rope, metal mesh, natural or
synthetic fiber rope, and synthetic web.
Chain
Wire rope
Metal mesh
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Synthetic
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Sling Inspection
Inspect slings:
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Each day before use.
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Where service conditions
warrant.
Remove them from service if
damaged or defective.
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Alloy Steel Chain Attachments
Rated Capacity
Hooks, rings, oblong
links, or other
attachments, when
used with alloy steel
chains, must have a
rated capacity at least
equal to that of the
chain.
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Unsuitable Alloy Steel Chain
Attachments
Right
Wrong
Job or shop hooks and links, or makeshift
fasteners, formed from bolts, rods, etc., or
other such attachments, can’t be used.
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Wire Rope Slings
Used to hoist materials
Core
Selection considerations:
 Strength
 Ability to bend without
cracking
 Ability to withstand
abrasive wear
 Ability to withstand abuse
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Wire
Center
Strand
Wire rope
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Wire Rope Slings
Eye Splices
Eye splices made in any wire rope
must have at least three full tucks.
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Protruding Ends
Cover or blunt protruding ends of strands.
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Wire Rope Clips
When using U-bolt
wire rope clips to
form eyes, ensure
the "U" section is in
contact with the
dead end of the
rope.
Dead End
This is the correct method
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Lubrication
Regularly lubricate ropes and chains.
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Wire Rope Slings
Remove From Service
If these happen, remove the wire rope sling from
service.
Kinking
Bird Caging
Broken Strands
Crushing
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Synthetic Web Sling
Markings
Mark or code to show:
 Name or trademark
of manufacturer.
 Rated capacities for
the type of hitch.
 Type of material.
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Synthetic Web Slings Remove from Service
Remove from service if any
of these are present:
 Acid or caustic burns.
 Melting or charring of
any part.
 Snags, punctures, tears
or cuts.
 Broken or worn stitches.
 Distortion of fittings.
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Heat Damage
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Summary
Manually handling materials
 When lifting objects, lift with your legs, keep your
back straight, do not twist, and use handling aids.
Using cranes, forklifts, and slings to move materials
 Watch for potential struck by and crushed by
dangers.
 For slings, check their load capacity, inspect them,
and remove them from service when they display
signs of stress or wear.
Also  Keep work areas free from debris and materials.
 Store materials safely to avoid struck by/crushed
by hazards.
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