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UPS Depth of Knowledge (Loader/Unloader) Cheat Sheet (DRAFT) by

Required knowledge for UPS warehouse package handlers

This is a draft cheat sheet. It is a work in progress and is not finished yet.

8 Keys to Lifting & Lowering

1
Get close to the object: Keep within the power zone.
2
Position feet should­er-­width apart: One foot slightly ahead of the other.
3
Bend at the knees: Keep natural curve of the back.
4
Test object for weight & shifting contents.
5
Get a firm grip: Grasp opposite corners.
6
Lift smooth & steady: Do not jerk.
7
Step/pivot feet: Don't twist.
8
Use existing equipm­ent­/co­ndi­tions to assist.

3 Rules of Yard Contro­l*

1
Use designated pedestrian doors to enter/exit building.
2
Remain in designated break areas when on a break.
3
Use designated walk paths (marked with yellow stripes.)
* for ALL employees (including non-ya­rd-­cer­tified)

Emergency Procedures

How will I be notified of an emergency?
By word of mouth/­sound of alarm
Where to go in case of evacua­tion?
Parking lot at corner of James M. Wood & Blaine
When to shelter in place?
Earthquake (duck, cover, & hold)
Dangers outside the building (eg. fire, active shooter)
Where are refuge areas located?
1st Floor: between 300 & 400 metro lines
2nd Floor: by Plant Engine­ering office/ Ocean Center
 

5 Keys to Preventing Slips & Falls

1
Walk at a brisk pace; don't run.
2
Establish firm footing.
3
Don’t walk on slides, chutes, or unsecured belts.
4
Look before stepping.
5
Adjust to changing condit­ions.

Conveyor Belt Securing

When?
Anytime you need to get on the belt (i.e. to break a jam, move diverter, or walk the belt)
How?
Notify. Lock. Secure. Notify. Reset.
Who can un-secure?
Only the same person who secured it

When can you lock out equipment?

I can't (not trained in lockout proced­ures.)