Manual Material Handling

Full background about MMH in loading goods:

Manual Materials Handling (MMH) is the act of manually loading, unloading and moving of objects. It may include lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling. MMH is associated with a large number of injuries to the muscles and joints of the body. Tasks that involve manual handling exceeding the worker's physical capacity and a poor workplace layout are the most common causes of back injuries. Physical capability includes elements such as gender, physical size, age, and any previous injury. These injuries are referred to as Musculoskeletal Injuries (MSI) and occur due to inappropriate design of the work area, awkward shaped or balanced objects, and improper work techniques. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Handling is defined as: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hand or hands. Manual material handling operations are carried out in most industrial plants. Each handling task poses unique demands on the worker. However, workplaces can help workers to perform these tasks safely and easily by implementing and upholding proper policies and procedures. To assess the hazards of manual material handling operations, consider the load, the task, the environment in which the task is performed, and the operator. When these factors interact with each other, they can create hazards that result in injuries. The main reason of a load hazardous is exceeding the weight limit.

Manual handling of containers may expose workers to physical conditions (e.g., force, awkward postures, and repetitive motions) that can lead to injuries, wasted energy, and wasted time. the workers’ abilities to perform work tasks May vary because of differences in age, physical condition, strength, stature, and other factors. In short, changing the workplace by improving the fit can benefit the workplace by: Reducing or preventing injuries Reducing workers’ efforts by decreasing forces in lifting, handling, pushing, and...