Back injuries are a leading cause of workplace injuries, especially in transportation and warehouse environments where lifting, carrying, and repetitive movements are common. This course provides essential training on back safety, helping employees understand how the spine functions, recognize potential risks, and adopt safe practices to prevent injuries.
Highlights of the course:
- Understanding the anatomy of the spine and how back injuries occur.
- Common causes of back pain and injuries in transportation and warehouse settings.
- Proper lifting techniques to minimize strain and prevent injury.
- The importance of maintaining good posture while standing, sitting, and driving.
- Best practices for handling loads, using equipment, and working at different heights.
- Simple exercises and lifestyle habits to promote long-term back health.
- Strategies for reducing workplace fatigue and ergonomic risk factors.
By the end of this course, you will have learned:
- How to identify and minimize back injury risks in warehouse and transportation work.
- The correct way to lift, carry, and move objects safely.
- How to maintain neutral postures to reduce spinal strain.
- Best practices for preventing fatigue-related back issues in physically demanding jobs.
- Effective strategies to keep your back strong, flexible, and pain-free.