TIPS FOR HANDLING

• Handle metal objects with nitrile gloves

• Handle carefully, holding and lifting the object by the base or by its strongest point

• Lift from the base of the object; avoid lifting object by any available handles

• Move heavy or awkwardly-sized objects with two people

POINTS OF VULNERABILITY

• Glass, ceramic, and stone can have slick, polished surfaces — use a cart to reduce risk of dropping objects

• Cracks, breaks, and chips

• Watch for small, fragile pieces or protrusions on object