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Safe Handling of Loads
Improper handling of loads can be dangerous to the safety and health of workers. Use this basic checklist + as a guide to keep you and your workers safe. For more information on how you can keep your workplace safe, go to www.wshc.sg

Name of Company

Process/ Location   

Checked by (Name/ Designation)   

Date   

Safety Checks
Load handled is less than 25 kilograms.

Please Tick

Yes  

No   

NA   

if no, action required by

Name   

Date     

Safety Checks
Heavy items are stored between shoulder and knee height.

Please Tick

Yes  

No   

NA   

if no, action required by

Name   

Date     

Safety Checks
Worker squats down to lift a load.

    

Please Tick

Yes  

No   

NA   

if no, action required by

Name   

Date     

Safety Checks
Lift and carry the load as close as possible to the body.

Please Tick

Yes  

No   

NA   

if no, action required by

Name   

Date     

Safety Checks
Anti-slip gloves are provided and worn to improve worker’s grip on load.

Please Tick

Yes  

No   

NA   

if no, action required by

Name   

Date     

Safety Checks
Worker avoids twisting his back or bending sideways while carrying a load.

Please Tick

Yes  

No   

NA   

if no, action required by

Name   

Date     

Safety Checks
Worker gets co-workers to help when lifting heavy or bulky items.

Please Tick

Yes  

No   

NA   

if no, action required by

Name   

Date     

Safety Checks
Trolleys or dollies are used for transporting heavy or bulk items.

Please Tick

Yes  

No   

NA   

if no, action required by

Name   

Date     

*This checklist may not cover all aspects of work activities in your workplace. You should review the checklist when there are changes in any work activity.
*NA – Not applicable