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    Back injuries are one of the most common workplace injuries, accounting for 1 million injuries per year in the US. They often occur due to lifting objects that are too heavy, lifting with improper form by bending at the back instead of the legs, or twisting while lifting. To prevent back injuries, employers should eliminate heavy lifting when possible through equipment like forklifts. When lifting cannot be avoided, engineering controls like lifting devices and proper storage setups can help. Administrative controls such as following weight limits, using lifting teams, and selecting employees who can safely perform lifts can also reduce risk. Personal protective equipment alone is not very effective at preventing injuries.

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    Back injuries are one of the most common workplace injuries, accounting for 1 million injuries per year in the US. They often occur due to lifting objects that are too heavy, lifting with improper form by bending at the back instead of the legs, or twisting while lifting. To prevent back injuries, employers should eliminate heavy lifting when possible through equipment like forklifts. When lifting cannot be avoided, engineering controls like lifting devices and proper storage setups can help. Administrative controls such as following weight limits, using lifting teams, and selecting employees who can safely perform lifts can also reduce risk. Personal protective equipment alone is not very effective at preventing injuries.

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    Back injuries are one of the most common workplace injuries, accounting for 1 million injuries per year in the US. They often occur due to lifting objects that are too heavy, lifting with improper form by bending at the back instead of the legs, or twisting while lifting. To prevent back injuries, employers should eliminate heavy lifting when possible through equipment like forklifts. When lifting cannot be avoided, engineering controls like lifting devices and proper storage setups can help. Administrative controls such as following weight limits, using lifting teams, and selecting employees who can safely perform lifts can also reduce risk. Personal protective equipment alone is not very effective at preventing injuries.

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    RTL SAFETY MEETING TOPIC – 6th April 2021

    Back Injuries and Prevention Safety Talk


    Back injuries are some of the most prevalent and hardest-to-prevent injuries on the job.
    According to the OSHA Statistics, more than one million workers suffer back injuries
    each year, and back injuries account for one of every five workplace injuries or
    illnesses. These types of injuries account for a large majority of worker’s compensation
    claims every year.

    Back injuries often occur when:

     An individual is lifting an object


     Using improper lifting techniques such as lifting with the back and not the legs
     Lifting an object that is too heavy for the individual
     Twisting while lifting or carrying objects
     Repetitive lifting during a work task

    Ways to Prevent Back Injuries


    Eliminate– The best way to protect individuals against back injuries is to eliminate as
    many lifts as possible during the work day. Using equipment such as forklifts, heavy
    equipment, Trollies etc are the best way to achieve eliminating handling and lifting
    objects by hand. Break down large or heavy objects that pose a hazard when lifting into
    smaller safer loads when possible.

    Engineering Controls– Setup work areas that are ergonomically friendly to all
    employees. Install mechanical lifting devices and conveyor belts where feasible to limit
    handling objects. Install proper shelving and setup storage areas that keep objects and
    lifts within an optimal range. Keeping objects within the proper range helps keep
    employees from making awkward or dangerous lifts that can result in a sprain.

    Administrative Controls– Use the buddy system when lifting any awkward or heavy
    objects. Agree on weight limits for lifting. For example, having a policy to not lift anything
    over 100lbs as a team without first involving a supervisor to see if there is a safer way to
    complete the lift is an administrative control. Also, always select employees who are
    physically capable of making the lifts of a task before the work begins.

    Personal protective equipment such as back supports, or back belts have not shown to
    be overly effective in preventing back injuries. These devices often create a false sense
    of security when completing lifts. Individuals should focus on stretching and using
    proper lifting techniques over using a back belt to keep them safe.

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