Company is involved in Freight Forwarding and Customs Clearing activities. Consequently, material handling forms a

major plank of our business. It is management directives to render quality services in general and in material handling in particular. Towards this aim, the following shall form a procedure.

1. Confirm that the requirements of the customer/clients are clearly understood.

2. Prepare and complete all documentation

3. Identify the material to be moved.

4. Note manufacturer’s recommendations on storage, lifting, gripping, exposure, etc. and ensure compliance.

5. Procure handling aids (Properly sized boxes, adequate truck, hooks, ropes, etc)

6. Procure Personal Protective Apparel and ensure usage.

7. Inspect and ensure storage point is adequate for plant, or material.

8. Decide on handling method.

8.1 Manual:
a) Inspect material for slivers, jagged edges, burrs or slippery surfaces.
b) Wipe off greasy, wet, slippery or dirty objects before handling.
c) Carry/move material with enough labour standing in safe postures.

8.2 Mechanical:
a) Request for adequately sized equipment; i.e. truck, crane, forklift, etc.
b) Sleeve/hook material as appropriate.
c) Direct driver using appropriate movement signals.

9. Document and file for future reference.