Contributed by: Norm Nyhuis, Trainer, Evergreen Safety CouncilA few weeks ago, we posted a photo of a load of bricks on the back of a truck that were apparently held on the truck by force of habit. We asked the question, “Would you want to be following behind this load?”
Here is a photo of what is commonly known as “We don’t have any rope Syndrome”. Anyone who as done so, knows mattresses are difficult to move; they’re bulky, seldom have convenient handles, and slippery – particularly when wrapped in a giant plastic bag. They are relatively light weight when compared to their surface area. . . or should I call it their “Sail area”?
There simply is no acceptable excuse for risking your life to save the price of a good, sturdy rope of sufficient length to secure the load.
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