Introduction
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The warehousing and storage industry includes establishments operating facilities for general merchandise, refrigerated goods, and other products. These establishments may also provide logistical services relating to goods distribution.
The most common injuries are musculoskeletal disorders (mainly from overexertion in lifting and lowering) and being struck by powered industrial trucks and other materials handling equipment.
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Course Objectives
At the end of this course, you should be able to:
| ID | Objective |
|---|---|
| TO 1.0 | Identify various hazards and safe work practices associated with warehousing operations. |
| LO 1.1.1 | Identify and give examples of common hazards in the warehousing industry. |
| LO 1.2.1 | Identify and give examples of strategies to mitigate hazards using the Hierarchy of Controls model. |
| LO 1.2.2 | Discuss and give examples of safe practices to mitigate injuries and illnesses common in warehousing. |
Key: Terminal Objective (TO), Learning Objective (LO)