Lifting Safety Inspection in Agriculture

1. Can this manual lift be avoided by using mechanical lift aid?

2. If not, then has a 'Safe Lift Plan' been discussed?

3. Is the walking surface and travel path clear of all obstructions?

4. Has the employee checked lift material for all tags and markings that may pertain to lifting instructions (weight, fragility, hazardous material..etc.)?

5. Has the employee taken size, shape, and weight into consideration when determining the safest lifting technique and if assistance is required?

6. Is mechanical or extra manual assistance used when lift is greater than 50 pounds or from the floor?

7. If the lift is requiring more exertion than expected, is the worker reducing the weight or asking for help?

8. Is a safe lifting technique being used by the worker(s) performing the lift?

9. Are employees(s) facing the object they're lifting without twisting or turning their body?

10. Are employees(s) taking breaks, as needed, in between lifts?

11. Are employees(s) wearing appropriate non-slip footwear?

12. When necessary, are employees(s) wearing appropriate hand protection (slip-resistant or cut-resistant gloves)?