When pushing a load, what is a recommended technique?

Staying close to the load when pushing is essential for maintaining balance and control, which helps prevent injury. When you position your body close to the load, you can leverage your strength more effectively. This technique allows you to use your legs to generate power, rather than relying solely on your back or arms, which reduces the risk of straining muscles or sustaining injuries. Keeping the load close also allows for better visibility and awareness of your surroundings, ensuring safer navigation while moving the load.

Other techniques, such as pulling instead of pushing, can also be useful in certain situations, but staying close to the load is generally recommended as a standard practice to promote safe and ergonomic handling of items.