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Preventing Back Injury

Safety training can reduce the potential number of back injuries that could result in chronic pain and disability. This program covers ergonomic practices, proper posture, and usage of assistive devices.
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Duration: 21 Minutes
Language: English
Level: Certificate

Introduction to Preventing Back Injury Training

Back injuries are one of the leading workplace injuries, with more than a million cases occurring each year. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, back injuries account for over 38 percent of occupationally related cases of musculoskeletal disorders. This Preventing Back Injury training course is designed to help employees learn the importance of back safety and how it can be prevented. It covers knowledge of back mechanics, the ability to identify risk factors, and how to apply safe lifting techniques. 

1. Introduction    

  • Welcome
  • Introduction
  • Learning Objectives

2. Back Function and Injuries    

  • Learning Activity: How the Back Works
  • Types of Back Injuries

3. Risk Factors    

  • Risk Factors
  • Learning Activity: Risk Factors
  • Aging
  • Physical Condition: Strength
  • Physical Condition: Weight
  • Learning Activity: Who Is at Risk?

4. Causes of Back Injuries    

  • Physical Stress
  • Bad Posture
  • Learning Activity: Posture
  • Causes of Back Injuries
  • Overexertion
  • Improper Lifting Techniques
  • Knowledge Check: Causes of Back Pain
  • Poor Environmental Conditions

5. Preventing Injuries    

  • Preventing Back Injuries
  • Steps for Proper Lifting
  • Learning Activity: Steps to Safe Lifting
  • Proper Equipment
  • Personal Prevention Strategies
  • Personal Prevention Strategies (continued)
  • Why Is It Important to Strengthen the Lower Back?
  • Learning Activity: What Should You Do?

6. Response to an Injury    

  • If You Injure Your Back at Work
  • Knowledge Check: Back Injuries at Work

7. Summary    

  • Summary

Who Needs Preventing Back Injury?

This training program is beneficial for a wide range of professionals, including warehouse workers, healthcare providers, and office employees who are at risk of back injuries.

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