Mechanical Material Handling Training Guide
Support wholesale and distribution workers, managers, and supervisors with this guide for effective, regulation-aligned training and practical tools for all roles.
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Manual & Mechanical Material Handling
Browse through our manual and mechanical material handling resources to help you get the job done safely.
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Job Aid - Hand Pallet Trucks and Pump Trucks
Working with handheld pallet trucks and pump trucks can be hazardous. Raise your awareness with our Job Aid.
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MLITSD Ergonomics Campaign Toolkit | Musculoskeletal Disorder Prevention Within the Retail Sector
This toolkit provides links to free resources and recommended training and consulting solutions to enhance compliance and reduce the risk of MSDs in the retail sector.
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Top 5 Root Causes: Mechanical Material Handling in Warehouse
Download this free infographic highlighting the top 5 root causes of Mechanical Material Handling in Food & Beverage Wholesale Distribution, as identified by industry insiders.
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Want to improve health, safety, productivity and quality? Look at your workplace lighting
Inadequate lighting can contribute to slips, trips and falls, struck by injuries, musculoskeletal disorders, and health hazards. Find out what you can do to prevent these problems in your workplace.
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Free material handling workplace assessement and guides help you prepare for inspections
MLITSD inspections are underway to raise awareness of material handling hazards that can lead to incidents. Use these 5 resources to understand and manage the risks inspectors will be focusing on.
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Pedestrian Safety in Retail Checklist
Use this checklist to assess and improve pedestrian safety in retail areas, reduce vehicle-related risks, and promote safe practices among employees.
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Prevent critical injuries by moving material safely: 7 tips for farmers
Struck-by injuries from hay bales, trees, and livestock are a top risk for farmers. Learn 7 expert-backed ways to reduce harm—starting with choosing the right equipment and securing loads.
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$350,000 fine after critical crane injury; 5 tips for eliminating risks and protecting workers
Crane-related injuries and fatalities take a devastating toll on workers, and employers are being held liable in court. Get tips to protect your team and your business.
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Safety Connection | Develop a Traffic Management Plan and Reduce the Risks
Many workplaces have pedestrians walking near mobile equipment and trucks in the yard, increasing risk of struck-by incidents.
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Safety Connection | Material Handling for the Steel Industry
Explore key material handling challenges in the Steel Industry and learn how to reduce workplace hazards, improve safety, and boost operational efficiency.
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Safety Connection | Seasonal Worker Safety 1: Effective and Efficient Onboarding
Prepare for seasonal tire shop demand by safely onboarding temporary staff. This session guides owners on efficient hiring and training for seasonal worker safety and productivity.
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Safety Connection | Mitigating Risks in Manual Material Handling
Join ergonomics expert from WSPS for a free webinar on preventing MMH injuries. Learn practical strategies, real-world case studies, and tools to improve workplace safety.
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Top 10: Causes of MSDs in Grocery Stores
Discover the top 10 causes of musculoskeletal disorders in grocery stores and learn how to reduce injury risks when manually handling products. Insights from workers, supervisors, and employers.
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Safety Connection | MLITSD Material Handling Campaign 2025-2026
Watch this video to learn what inspectors are observing in workplaces, common contraventions, and how to stay compliant with health and safety regulations.
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Ergonomics and Manual Material Handling Checklist
Use this checklist to evaluate and improve manual material handling in your workplace and ensure safe and efficient handling and ergonomic practices.
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Manual Material Handling on Ladders: Risk Identification Checklist
This checklist provides guidelines for safely using and handling objects on ladders and step stools to prevent falls and musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) in the workplace.
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Retail inspections for MSD hazards on now: What you need to know
A new inspection campaign from the MLITSD focuses on retail workplaces, ensuring they protect workers from MSD injuries. Find out what to expect and how to prepare.
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Business fined $85,000 after conveyor injury: 6 steps to prevent pinch point incidents
A court case reveals lessons for employers: identify all pinch point hazards and ensure safeguarding meets industry standards. Learn how to improve machine safety and protect workers from injuries.
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Proper Lighting in Industrial Work Environments
This guide highlights relevant legislation for workplace lighting requirements and provides tips on improving lighting systems to prevent incidents.
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