Set a lifting limit to prevent injuries

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries sent this bulletin at 07/05/2024 06:05 AM PDT

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Set a lifting limit to prevent injuries
Person lifting with a box grid in background from floor to overhead

The safest lift is the one employees never make. But if they must, setting a lifting limit can help prevent injuries.

Use L&I’s interactive tool to set a lifting limit. It takes into account: 

  • Where the object is lifted from
  • How often
  • How long

Click on the lift calculator to try it out!

For alternatives to lifting, visit L&I’s Quick Tips for Lifting.