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Housekeeping tasks require maintaining safety. Proper safety measures include keeping work areas clear of hazards, using tools and equipment carefully after receiving proper training, and correctly handling materials. Material handling guidelines recommend wearing protective equipment, assessing the load, lifting with the legs and getting help for heavy loads. Back safety involves lifting correctly, warming up, exercising, and reducing stress.

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Housekeeping tasks require maintaining safety. Proper safety measures include keeping work areas clear of hazards, using tools and equipment carefully after receiving proper training, and correctly handling materials. Material handling guidelines recommend wearing protective equipment, assessing the load, lifting with the legs and getting help for heavy loads. Back safety involves lifting correctly, warming up, exercising, and reducing stress.

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HOUSEHOLD SERVICES

SAFETY MEASURES IN DOING HOUSEHOLD TASKS

Housekeeping is not just cleanliness. It includes keeping work areas neat and orderly; maintaining halls and
floors free of slip and trip hazards; and removing of waste materials(e.g., paper, cardboard) and other
fire hazards from work areas.
Safe Use
Risks can vary greatly. What important is, whoever has to use any tool or piece of equipment as part of
their job does so with care. To ensure safe use, employers must orient workers and provide suitable
information. They must also check that workers have the appropriate qualifications to use
intricate tools and equipment. In addition, as part of their health and safety strategy employers
should offer orientation and training
. This isn’t necessary
for basic items, but when certain tools and equipment change, orientation and orientation improves skills
and reminds users of safety procedures.
Material handling safety
Handling material is a daily function in the workplace. All too often it is a task taken for granted, with little
knowledge of or attention to the consequences if done incorrectly. The National Safety Council offers tips
on the following:

Power Lifting

Protect Yourself

 Use the correct hand protection; wear gloves to prevent cuts.


 Wear safety shoes to prevent injury to your feet from a dropped item

.Size up the Load


.
 Determine if you can carry a load comfortably; tip it on its side.
 Get help if the load is too big or bulky for one person.
 Check for nails, splinters, rough strapping, and rough edges.

Lift It Right

 Make sure your footing is solid.


 Keep your back straight, with no curving or slouching.
 Center your body over your feet.
 Get a good grasp on the object and pull it close to you.
 Lift with your legs, not your back.
 Move your feet to turn. Don't twist your back
Tough Lifting Jobs

Oversized Loads

 Don't try to carry a big load alone. Ask for help.


 Work as a team. Lift, walk, and lower the load together.
 Let one person give the directions and direct the lift

.High Loads

 Use a step stool or a sturdy ladder to reach loads that are above your shoulders.
 Get as close as you can to the load.
 Slide the load toward you.
 Do all the work with your arms and legs, not your back

.Low Loads

 Loads that are under racks and cabinets need extra care.
 Pull the load toward you, and then try to support it on your knee before you lift.
 Use your legs to power the lift.Power Carrying TipsYour Checklist
 Make sure your footing is firm.
 Ensure enough clearance at doorways to keep your hands and fingers safe.
 Check your route for hazards.
 Take extra care at platforms, loading docks, ramps, and stairs.
 Carry long loads on your shoulders, with front end high.

Make sure the next person has a firm grip before you hand off the load.
When you carry with others, everyone should carry the load on the same shoulder, walk in
step, and put the load down as a team.

Back Safety Tips

Wear the right personal protective equipment for lifting and carrying.
Lift with your legs, not your back; pivot, don't twist.
Get help with tough lifting jobs.
Spend a few minutes each day before work on power warm-ups.
Exercise regularly to keep your back strong and healthy.
Eat right, stay slender, and cut down on stress to avoid back injuries.

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