Is there a wieght limit to what women are required to lift at work?

Full question:

Is there a wieght limit to what women are required to lift? I thought women was to lift a max of 40 lbs. and men was 70lbs. before getting help. My wifes employers docter wants my wife to lift 75lbs before she can return to work after having a hysterectomy.

  • Category: Employment
  • Date:
  • State: Missouri

Answer:

Please see the information at the folowing links:

http://hr.blr.com/news.aspx?id=18968
http://www.uslegalforms.com/legaldefinitions/e/employment-gender-discrimination.php
http://www.uslegalforms.com/legaldefinitions/e/employment-discrimination.php

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FAQs

A heavy weight for a woman to lift can vary based on individual strength, fitness level, and job requirements. Generally, guidelines suggest that lifting over 40 pounds may be considered heavy for many women. However, this can differ based on the specific context, such as the type of work and individual capabilities.