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UPS Safe Work Methods

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This flashcard set covers essential topics from the UPS Safe Work Methods program, designed to promote workplace safety, prevent injuries, and ensure employees are prepared for daily tasks. Topics include proper job setup, lifting techniques, slip and fall prevention, safe pushing/pulling practices, awareness around powered equipment, and emergency preparedness.

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Job Set Up: Preparation for the workday prevents injuries (4)

Dress for the job
Mentally ready for the job
Physically ready for the job
Work area ready

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Job Set Up: Preparation for the workday prevents injuries (4)

Dress for the job
Mentally ready for the job
Physically ready for the job
Work area ready

Lifting and Lowering: Never get caught in the double play (3)

Know your power zone
Eliminate or minimize end-range motions
8 keys to lifting and lowering: get close, position feet, bend knees, test weigh...

Slips and Falls: Maintain a stance that puts you in control (3)

Ascending and descending - face equipment or ladder, use every step and use 3 points of contact
Safe walk paths - eyes ahead of work, scan work ...

Pushing and Pulling: think power zone (6)

Know your power zone

know your limits

minimize end-ran...

Powered Equipment: Be aware of your surroundings. If it can move, it will. (3)

Yard Control
Safety as a Pedestrian
Conveyors

Plan for the unexpected: If it can happen, it will. (10)

Know location of emergency equipment

Know emergency response plan

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UPS Safe Work Methods
TermDefinition

Job Set Up: Preparation for the workday prevents injuries (4)

Dress for the job
Mentally ready for the job
Physically ready for the job
Work area ready

Lifting and Lowering: Never get caught in the double play (3)

Know your power zone
Eliminate or minimize end-range motions
8 keys to lifting and lowering: get close, position feet, bend knees, test weight, firm grip, smooth and steady motion, step or pivot, use equipment to assist.

Slips and Falls: Maintain a stance that puts you in control (3)

Ascending and descending - face equipment or ladder, use every step and use 3 points of contact
Safe walk paths - eyes ahead of work, scan work area, use designated walkways
5 keys to preventing slips and falls: walk at brisk pace, establish firm footing, stay off unsecured conveying equipment, look before stepping, adjust for changing conditions.

Pushing and Pulling: think power zone (6)

Know your power zone

know your limits

minimize end-range motions

pushing preferred

secure footing

slide, walk or roll bulky objects

Powered Equipment: Be aware of your surroundings. If it can move, it will. (3)

Yard Control
Safety as a Pedestrian
Conveyors

Plan for the unexpected: If it can happen, it will. (10)

Know location of emergency equipment

Know emergency response plan

Have a set routine

Face your work

Use designated walkways

Open doors cautiously

Place objects securely

Maintain adequate egress

Be aware of sharp and splintery objects

Keep work area clean

List the five reasons when to perform Safe Work Methods training:

New employee training

Annual training

Temporary alternate work (TAW)

Lost time injury follow-up

Re-injury Prevention Program

Name the four steps of how to effectively provide Safe Work Methods training:

Observation (3, 5-minute observations) 15min
Explanation (lecture) 10min
Commentary (show) 5min
Drill (follow-up) 5min