What mechanical aids can be used?
Specific tasks or objects require specialized equipment. For standard mechanical aids, see MMH - Mechanical Aids for Transporting Materials - I.
- context Select the right equipment to complete the task. Equipment is rated for different capacities, which determine the maximum weight the equipment can safely handle, and the conditions under which it can handle those weights.
- context Do not operate any equipment if you are not trained to use that equipment.
- context Keep the equipment in good and safe operating condition. It saves effort while transporting loads.
- context Visually inspect the equipment for any defects such as loose wheels or damaged platforms before use.
- context Be sure that the load is securely in place before moving.
- context Always push the equipment rather than pull it.
- context Select a stair climbing truck when moving a load on stairs.
- context Choose a sturdy frame hand truck with larger wheels to move materials in rough terrain. An additional set of handles allows for assistance.
- context Use a pump truck to move materials stored on pallets.
- context Move and dump waste materials with dump trucks.
- context Move and empty drums with tilting drum cradles and drum dollies.
- context Handle sheet materials with an "A" frame hand truck or dolly.
- context Use a forklift to move heavier and stackable material.
- context Fact sheet confirmed current: 2023-07-11