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SafetyUpdated 11/13/2026·6,675 views

Ergonomic Lifting

Quick answer

Lift with your legs, keep the load close, and ask for help over 40 lbs.

Full procedure

  1. 1Review the Ergonomic Lifting standard on the department portal before you begin.
  2. 2Confirm you have the required access, PPE, or tooling for the task.
  3. 3Lift with your legs, keep the load close, and ask for help over 40 lbs.
  4. 4Complete each step in sequence — do not skip or reorder.
  5. 5Record completion in the system of record (log, ticket, or checklist).
  6. 6Escalate any deviation from the standard through the escalation path.
  7. 7Debrief the team lead at handoff on anything unusual.

Common mistakes & exceptions

  • Skipping the WMS/system logging step — every action must have a system record.
  • Not photographing exceptions before escalating.
  • Assuming verbal approval is enough — always capture the ticket or form ID.

Escalation path & subject matter expert

Escalate to
Safety Shift Lead
Ext. 4118 · Slack #safety
Subject matter expert
Priya R. — Safety

Frequently asked questions

Required forms

  • Ergonomic Lifting Log
    SAF-263

My private notes

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Revision history

  1. 2026-11-13
    Version 2.4 republished by Yuki Sato.
  2. 2025-04-27
    Reviewed for annual compliance.
  3. 2024-11-04
    Initial publication.
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