Question

chuck stands with his feet close to the load, shoulder-width apart, one foot slightly in front of the other for balance. he squats down, bending at the knees and keeping his back as vertical as possible. once hes close enough, chuck makes sure he has a firm grasp of the object before beginning the lift, slowly straightening his legs and lifting slowly. he stands up straight and keeps his load close to his body. is chuck using a safe lifting technique?

select the best option

yes

no

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Explanation:

Safe lifting techniques include standing close to the load, shoulder - width apart feet (one slightly forward for balance), squatting (bending knees, keeping back vertical), firm grasp, straightening legs to lift slowly, and keeping load close to the body. Chuck follows these, so he uses a safe technique.

Answer:

Yes