Lifting dogs, max weight

Re: Lifting dogs, max weight

Steph Smith BSc(hons) RVN — Sun, 05 Oct 2014 11:39:06 GMT

I also have 15kg in my head but not sure why. I'm 5'4" 60kg but embarrassingly feeble and always feel more confident sharing lifting duties with someone. Always mindful of avoiding unnecessary bending/awkward angles as trying to preserve myself for my granny nurse years!

Re: Lifting dogs, max weight

Sally Seddon — Sat, 27 Sep 2014 08:45:42 GMT

Yeah I remember being told there is no max limit. When im lifting I feel fine but afterwards I ache, think I just need to ask for help more and maybe get my neck checked. Thanks for replys.

Re: Lifting dogs, max weight

Elerrina — Fri, 26 Sep 2014 15:06:42 GMT

We were told that there is no maximum weight, there are recommended guidelines but it is down to the person to assess the situation themselves

I do pole fitness and aerial hoop and can easily lift a lot more than most in the practice. I'm only 5ft =) as long as you can lift that weight without straining anything and you're comfortable it should be fine

Re: Lifting dogs, max weight

Alison Clare Hickman — Fri, 26 Sep 2014 09:04:36 GMT

Hiya,

I think the guidelines mention about 15kg max for a woman but to be honest it's really down to the sensible capacity of individual so this could be far less or indeed more. I always look for the easier answer e.g. a wheeled table or stretcher or another person to assist!

I am a petite 5'5 and took it on myself to learn how to lift heavy weights correctly so I think I can do more because of this. I also do pilates so my 'core' is strong. I can sensibly lift 25kg (more if I had to but consider that for emergency purposes only). However if you press me for the 'right' answer I'd go with the 15kg max specified in the guidelines...

http://www.hse.gov.uk/msd/faq-manhand.htm

Hope this helps.

Ali h