WorldWide Drilling Resource

68 MAY 2017 WorldWide Drilling Resource ® 1755-474 1760-156 Environmental Manufacturing, Inc. Toll Free 888-587-0807 Fax 785-539-1349 www.emipipe.com Flush Thread Pipe, Fittings, and Supplies for Monitoring/Remediation. Custom Slotting & Perfing PVC CPVC HDPE 8887 Green Valley Drive Manhattan, KS 66502 1775-136 The Source of Force Linepull: 1/2 Ton to 100 Ton plus! In-Stock Now! (800) Mr. Winch Fax: (619) 474-6730 www.ryanhyd.com 1760-378 What most people want these days is less to do, more time to do it, and more pay for not getting it done. Use Proper Lifting Techniques Adapted from Information by IMPACC USA The proper lifting technique used to include the old pelvic tilt method of lifting with a flat back. However, this method is now considered wrong. Instead, your back should maintain its normal alignment. Here are some additional lifting tips: Keep a wide base of support - Spread your feet apart to make yourself more stable. Keep the object close to you - The farther the object is from you, the more pressure on your lower back. A40-pound box held a few feet in front of you could increase the low back pressure by as much as 400 pounds. Bend your knees and hips - If your arms are not at a proper length for picking up the object (or setting it down), you need to bend your hips and knees to get to the right level. Maintain your lumbar curve - This is KEY ! You should extend your back slightly to allow your butt to stick out. This will keep your back muscles in the right position. Do not twist or bend sideways - If you must turn to change your direction, pivot with your feet. Take your time - Hurrying increases the chance of injury. Get help - If the object is too heavy, or if the shape is too awkward, ask for help.