Manual Handling
To reduce the risk of injury from manual tasks, Timberlands Pacific has been working with our contracting partners and an occupational physiotherapist to develop best practice techniques. The process involves observing and analysing current technique and recommending the safest way to complete the task.
The first task that we’ve finalised centres on the techniques drivers use to throw straps to secure log loads. The video provides a practical demonstration recommended warm up exercises and throwing techniques.
A printed version of the recommendations is available.