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773 Preventing MSDs in Healthcare
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Solutions for Other Activities

Cleaning Rooms (Electrical)

Description: Work methods and tools to vacuum and buff floors.

Image of worker buffing a floor.
Both vacuum cleaners and buffers should have lightweight construction.

When to Use: Vacuuming and buffing floors.

Points to Remember: Both vacuum cleaners and buffers should have lightweight construction, adjustable handles, triggers (buffer) long enough to accommodate at least the index and middle fingers, and easy to reach controls. Technique is important for both devices, including use of appropriate grips, avoiding tight grips, and for vacuuming, alternating grip.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

3-7. What is an important work practice when using vacuum cleaners and buffers?