Before lifting a load, which should you determine?

Before lifting a load, which should you determine?

• A. The weight of the load
• B. Whether the load requires assistance and if the pathway is clear
• C. The destination of the load
• D. The color of the load

Answer: (B)

Before lifting a load, determine whether you will need assistance and whether the pathway is clear. This step drives safety first: if the load is heavy or awkward, arranging help or using a wheeled cart prevents back strain and loss of control. A clear route lets you move steadily and place the load safely without tripping over obstacles. With help arranged and a known path, you can coordinate timing, maintain a close, controlled grip, and use proper lifting technique to protect your back. The weight matters for planning, but the immediate safety action is confirming assistance and a clear path; the destination and color don’t affect how you lift safely.

Before lifting a load, determine whether you will need assistance and whether the pathway is clear. This step drives safety first: if the load is heavy or awkward, arranging help or using a wheeled cart prevents back strain and loss of control. A clear route lets you move steadily and place the load safely without tripping over obstacles. With help arranged and a known path, you can coordinate timing, maintain a close, controlled grip, and use proper lifting technique to protect your back. The weight matters for planning, but the immediate safety action is confirming assistance and a clear path; the destination and color don’t affect how you lift safely.