Lesson 1Mechanical aids and equipment: wheelbarrows, sack trucks, hoists, and pallet jacks selectionUse wheelbarrows, sack trucks, hoists, pallet jacks right. Select, check, load limits, operate safely, tidy up to ease manual work and stop accidents.
Choosing the right aid for load and distancePre-use checks and reporting defectsLoad limits, stability, and center of gravitySafe pushing, pulling, and route selectionUsing hoists and lifts with correct slingingStorage, charging, and maintenance basicsLesson 2Cement bag storage: dry storage, off-ground pallets, stacking heights and weather protectionStore cement bags dry on pallets off ground. Stack stable, rotate stock, shield from rain to avoid wet damage, dirt, and heavy lifting risks.
Selecting dry, covered storage locationsUsing pallets and off-ground supportsMaximum stacking heights and stability rulesWeatherproofing, tarps, and condensation risksStock rotation, labeling, and batch controlHousekeeping and spill or tear managementLesson 3Timber and rebar handling: bundling, tag-lines, cutting safety, and PPE for splinters and sharp endsHandle timber and rebar safely: bundle, use tag lines, control sharps. Safe cutting, right PPE, team with lifters to dodge hits, cuts, strains.
Bundling, banding, and secure tying methodsUsing tag-lines to control suspended loadsHandling sharp ends and projecting barsCutting areas, guards, and spark controlPPE for splinters, cuts, and eye protectionCommunication with crane and hoist operatorsLesson 4Timber and rebar storage: racking, chocking, segregation, and corrosion/weather protectionStore timber and rebar on racks, chocks, bundles. Sort by size/type, protect from rust/weather, tidy, check to prevent falls, damage, injuries.
Design and loading limits of storage racksChocking, dunnage, and preventing roll or slipSegregating timber and rebar by size and gradeCorrosion control and weatherproof coveringsHousekeeping, access aisles, and trip controlInspection, damage reporting, and tag-outLesson 5Concrete block storage: stable stacking, protection from rain, and edge shoring to prevent collapseStack concrete blocks steady, cover from rain, shore edges. Prep base, patterns, height limits, signs, check stacks and areas regularly.
Preparing firm, level bases for block stacksStacking patterns, bonding, and interlockingMaximum stack heights and stability checksEdge shoring, barriers, and exclusion zonesWeather protection and drainage planningRoutine inspections and defect reportingLesson 6Site routes and exclusion zones: defining walkways, vehicle segregation, and temporary ramps for material movementSet safe paths for people/vehicles: walkways, crossings, ramps, load spots. Signs, barriers, lights, checks to stop crashes, trips, handling mishaps.
Planning pedestrian and vehicle circulation routesDesigning and marking pedestrian walkwaysVehicle segregation, barriers, and crossing pointsTemporary ramps, gradients, and edge protectionSignage, lighting, and traffic management plansRoutine inspections and route maintenanceLesson 7Manual handling fundamentals: safe lifting posture, spine mechanics, and team lift coordinationBasics of lifting: assess risks, check loads, right posture. Spine facts, balance, team lifts, aids to cut strain, tiredness, back problems.
Assessing the load, route, and personal limitsNeutral spine, hip hinge, and foot positioningGrip, load close to body, and smooth movementTeam lifting communication and coordinationUsing mechanical aids instead of pure muscleRecognizing fatigue and early injury signsLesson 8Concrete block handling: safe carrying methods, two-person carry techniques, and mechanical lifting aidsCarry blocks safely solo or duo, with gloves, plan paths. Use lifters, load/unload methods, controls for crush risks and pulls.
Selecting appropriate gloves and PPESingle-person carry posture and load limitsTwo-person carry methods and coordinationUsing block grabs and mechanical liftersSafe loading, unloading, and stacking stepsManaging uneven ground and step transitionsLesson 9Cement bag handling: lifting techniques, PPE for dust, and ergonomic measuresHandle cement bags: lift smart, team up, use aids. Dust risks, PPE, body planning, tidy to reduce pulls, slips, breathing issues.
Assessing bag weight and planning the liftSingle and team lifting techniques for bagsUsing trolleys, pallet jacks, and hoistsDust hazards, masks, and eye protectionWorkstation layout and task rotationCleaning spills and controlling slip risks
