Which lifting technique uses the legs to lift, keeps the object close to the body, with a power grip and palms up?

• A. Power Lift
• B. Two-Person Lift
• C. Cradle Lift
• D. Shoulder Lift

Answer: (A)

Safe lifting relies on using the legs to power the lift and keeping the load close to your body to minimize stress on the spine. The Power Lift uses a leg-driven motion: you bend at the hips and knees, drop into a squat, then rise with the legs while the object stays close to your center of gravity. This reduces the lever arm length and the strain on the back, making the lift more controlled and safer.

A power grip with palms up helps you secure the object firmly, providing a stable hold and reducing the chance of slipping as you lift. Keeping the load near your body also makes it easier to maintain a neutral spine and prevents twisting during the lift.

So, the technique described—lifting with the legs, keeping the object close, and using a secure power grip with palms up—is the Power Lift.