Safe Lifting - Modules 1-3

Safe Lifting - Modules 1, 2, 3 is a new program designed to help employees perform proper lifting in order to prevent back injuries associated with transportation professionals. (Module 1: Lifting Safely / Preventing Back Injuries) (Module 2: Body Mechanics for Wheel Chairs) (Module 3: Wheel Chairs). According to the National Safety Council and medical research, 20% of backaches are attributed to inflammation such as arthritis, 10% due to back injuries and miscellaneous causes and 70% result from degeneration of spinal discs. Aging of the spinal disc material causes the most trouble and can cause extreme pain even from routine body motions. This program explains how the back works and making the right choice on lifting safely.

Key Words: Safe Lifting, 3 Modules, Prevent Back Injury, Lifting Safely, Body Mechanics, Wheel Chairs, Backaches, Back Injuries, Degeneration of Spinal Discs, Body Motions, How the Back Works, Safety Video, Safety Training, Safety DVD.

Course Outline

• Module 1: Lifting Safely - Preventing Back Injuries
• Module 2: Body Mechanics for Wheelchairs
• Module 3: Securing a Wheelchair

Runtime: 20 Min.

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