When reaching above his or her shoulders to access products on the upper shelves, to avoid causing stress to his or her shoulders and back a worker should
A.
move lightweight products closer to the edge prior to lifting
B.
stand on a chair so that the arms are the same height as the item
C.
allow no more than 10 inches between the pallets when products are stocked on high shelves
D.
move lightweight products further away from the edge
Ergonomics and safe material handling are integral to CLT’s “Product Storage” training. When accessing items above shoulder height, workers are instructed tominimize reach and strainby repositioning lighter products closer to the edge before lifting. This practice maintains proper posture, reduces overextension, and prevents musculoskeletal injuries. Standing on chairs is unsafe and violates warehouse safety standards; proper ladders or lifts must be used instead. Shelf spacing (e.g., 10 inches) is not relevant to ergonomic technique. Positioning light items for controlled lifting aligns with CLT principles of efficient, safe storage and retrieval in warehouse environments.
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