Question

12 mark is lifting a heavy load. what should he avoid?
a. bending at the waist and lifting the load with his back
b. using a hand truck or hand trolley
c. breaking the load down into smaller parts
d. moving the contents into a lighter container

Explanation:

To determine what Mark should avoid when lifting a heavy load, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Bending at the waist and lifting with the back is unsafe as it can cause back injuries. Proper lifting technique involves bending the knees and using leg muscles.
• Option B: Using a hand truck or trolley is a safe practice to reduce strain.
• Option C: Breaking the load into smaller parts makes it easier and safer to lift.
• Option D: Moving contents to a lighter container reduces the load's weight, making it safer.

So, the action to avoid is bending at the waist and lifting with the back.

Answer:

A. Bending at the waist and lifting the load with his back