Back pain is not a badge of honor, it’s a red flag with a spine tattoo. We get it. You’re tough. You lift with your back because squatting is for gym bros, right? Wrong. That “I’ll power through it” attitude might just cost you your mobility and your next paycheck. Back injuries aren’t just annoying, …
Your back called, it wants you to stop being reckless at work. Let’s be real, most of us don’t think twice before lifting something heavy or hunching over our desks like human question marks. But here’s the thing: back injuries are no joke. They’re the most common workplace injuries out there, and they creep in …
Heavy lifting might not seem like a big deal, but it’s actually one of the top causes of workplace injuries—and one of the biggest reasons for workers’ comp claims. To prevent costly injuries, long-term physical damage, and other issues, both employees and employers need to prioritize back safety. This means providing proper back safety training, …
Working in an office might seem low-risk, but it can have long-term physical effects, especially if your job keeps you sitting all day. That’s where office ergonomics come into play. By making a few simple adjustments to your posture and workspace, you can prevent issues like computer eye strain, musculoskeletal disorders, and more. This infographic …
Your back and your core do most of the work in typical physical activities and daily job duties, particularly in lifting and moving items. This is why safe heavy lifting is becomes extremely important, as it not only preserves your back from long term and short term damage, but it can help prevent muscle tears, …
Back and Lifting Safety Training by RiskAnalytics, LLC Date Created: 2018 Number of Slides: 21 Created By: RiskAnalytics, LLC This PowerPoint shows examples on how to reduce the heavy lifting in the workplace, and offers certain techniques for awkward lifting in the workplace, such as removing obstacles and sliding object closer. Back Injury Prevention by …
