What are some safety measures for using hand trucks?
Hand trucks are used to transport heavy and sometimes breakable objects, and its important for both yourself and the product to be safe. So here are some safety tips for when you are using a hand truck:
- Use two wheel hand trucks only when moving light loads
- Before use, inspect for damage or defects
- Never pull a cart, always push when moving a load
- Secure heavier loads with nylon cords