Big bags
- Big bags should not be allowed to swing against handling equipment.
- When cutting a big bag, never stand underneath the bag.
- Never cut the underneath of the bag.
- When emptying, suspend the bag over the spreader and cut an X on the side of the bag 15cm above the base, with a long-handled knife.
- You can part empty the bag into the spreader by cutting at the appropriate level to let out the required amount of fertiliser.
- From now on, small bags will carry a safety symbol “Caution heavy load”/“two man lift symbol”.
- All bags should be lifted by two people.
- To minimise lifting, lift off a trailer at waist height or by drawing along a trailer to the spreader.
- When lifting the bag, adopt a shoulder-wide boxer stance with your feet firmly on the ground, grip firmly, bend your knees, keep your back straight and lift with your thigh muscles.
- Always keep the bag close to your body and grip it firmly.
- Face in the direction of the spreader and never twist your spine by having your back to the spreader.
- Always have your feet turned in the direction of movement.
- Training should be undertaken and alternatives should be considered to minimise lifting.
Small bags
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