Moving? Be Safe!
The moving process can be emotionally and physically taxing – whether you are moving across the country or across town. Sustaining an injury just throws a wrench into the process, not to mention tons more stress. Make sure you use caution and common sense when you are moving. Follow these tips and hopefully you can make it through the day unscathed! What are you putting in that box? When you pack a box, keep the total weight to less than 50 pounds. If you aren’t sure if it is too heavy, try picking it up. You should be able to lift it without too much strain. As you transport boxes, you need to feel steady on your feet. If you are struggling with the weight of a box, remove a few items to make it easier to move. As you pack, keep in mind the spaces you will need to traverse. You might possibly have to go up and down stairs. No matter how close you are able to park the truck, you’ll still probably have to cover a significant amount of ground. And don’t forget, there will be two houses involved in the process. Pack boxes that won’t make the navigation of these locations more difficult. Big bulky boxes will be cumbersome in tight hallways and difficult to see around. Super small boxes will mean more trips up and down the stairs. Don’t increase the likelihood of accidents! Make sure you have proper moving equipment. If you have a dolly available on moving day, you won’t be as tempted to carry items that are too heavy. Avoid back strain when possible! It might not seem dangerous… You may have walked over that uneven spot in the sidewalk a million times without incident, but come moving day, it becomes a hazard. People who are unfamiliar with your house or
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