Preventing Back Injuries
Back injuries account for hundreds and hundreds of work place accidents, and over the years I have been one of them. The majority of all back injuries are caused by improper lifting and improper carrying. If too serious in nature, back injuries may require physical therapy and even surgery to correct the problem. Learning proper techniques for lifting and carrying materials will help to reduce the risk of back injuries.
Here is a simple hint to help you avoid a back injury, think through each lifting task before wrestling with something too heavy and/or awkward to handle. Think about how the material can best be handled and don’t be shy about asking someone to help, or wait on equipment such as a dolly or forklift to assist you in your task. Use your legs properly to save your back. Back injuries can be prevented with a little planning.
We all have only one back, let’s try to keep it in well condition.
Len
Safety Director
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