Back Injury Prevention (Janitorial)

According to the National Safety Council and medical research, 70% of back problems result from degeneration of spinal discs; 20% of backaches are attributed to inflammation; 10% are due to actual back injuries and other miscellaneous causes. Practicing safe lifting at home and work and having the right attitude about safety can be effective in preventing back injuries. This program explains how the back works. We discuss how strains and muscles work so back injuries can be prevented. Key Words: Back Injury Prevention; Back Pain, Backaches, Back Injuries, Safe Lifting, How the Back Works, Strains and Muscles of the Back, Spinal Discs, Safety Video, Safety Training, Safety DVD. 

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

• Safe lifting and back injury prevention for the Hotel industry
• Causes of back injuries according to the National Safety Council
• Safe lifting techniques effective in preventing back injuries

Runtime: 9 Min.

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