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UPS SWM Studying Questions with Correct Answers
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UPS SWM Studying Questions with Correct AnswersWhen is a SWM completed? Correct Answer-New Employee
Annual Certification
Job Change
After Every Injury
First day back regular duty
How is a SWM completed? Correct Answer-1. SWM training process
must be introduced and explained to the employee.
2. Observation, Explanation, Commentary, and Drill will occur three
times throughout the employee's shift.
3. SWM begins with the first round Observations. Mark any risk method
observed as an "N". Review any method not observed and mark as an
"R". Any method observed not marked as an exception will be marked
as a "Y" at the end of the observation period.
4. Provide the employee an Explanation of the at-risk SWM observed.
5. Provide the employee an Commentary by demonstrating the correct
method(s) that were marked with an "N" to the employee.
6. Drill - Follow with the employee to ensure understanding of the SWM
performed incorrectly by having the employee explain and demonstrate
the correct methods.
7. After middle round of Observation, Explanation, Commentary and
Drill have been completed, the trainer will demonstrate how to complete
the SWM Drill Exercise (optional)
8. The employee will then conduct the SWM Drill Exercise for his or
her specific job.
, Job Set Up: Preparation for the workday prevents injuries. Correct
Answer-Dress for the job
Mentally ready
Physically ready
Work area ready
Lifting and Lowering: More often than not, a combination of factors
places a person at risk for a back strain from lifting or lowering. Correct
Answer-Know your power zone
Eliminate or minimize end range motion
Slid, walk or roll heavy, less portable objects
Eight keys to lifting and lowering
Know your limits
Slips and Falls: Maintain a stance that puts you in control. Correct
Answer-Five keys to preventing slips and falls
Ascending and descending
Safe walk paths
Pushing and Pulling: Think power zone. Align your body with the
direction of movement. Correct Answer-Know your power zone
Secure footing and surface contact
Slide, walk, or roll heavy, less portable objects
Eliminate or minimize end-range motion
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