Back Safety at Workplace Training

Training Content

1. Introduction
2. Back Injuries are Caused by
3. Lifting and Carrying
4. Warm Exercises
5. Test weight of the load
6. Ask for help
7. Awkward Load
8. Push Do not pull
9. Lower back in an arched position
10. Lifting
11. Steps to prevent back injuries
12. Carrying weight
13. Lowering weight
14. Use an assistive device wherever possible
15. Assistive device
16. Shovelling, Raking and Mopping
17. Back Safety Squat Exercise
18. Lifting Methods
19. One arm Load
20. Awkward Object
21. Lowering from a high place
22. What is wrong with the picture

Additional Units are consistent with videos clips and understanding global standards to improve the safe delivery of services.

Intended Audience

Lifting and Back Injury Prevention is designed for all General Industry employees, including managers who are responsible for workplace safety and health according to OSHA regulations. This course is especially relevant for those working in:

• Manufacturing
• Warehousing and Distribution
• Property Management
• Construction
• Retail Services
• Hospitality
• Trade and Transportation

Learning Objectives

This lifting and back injury prevention online course will focus on the generally accepted safe work practices for lifting and back injury prevention. You will also be shown legal requirements for ensuring safety to the highest possible standard in the workplace. When finished, you will have been given the tools to be able to recognize the potential hazards, precautions, and safeguards to prevent injury and damage in the workplace.