Back Smarts: Safe Lifting Practices

Learning objectives

  • Understand the structure of the back and its role in overall health.
  • Learn the importance of maintaining proper posture to protect the spine and prevent back pain.
  • Apply correct posture techniques for lifting and lowering objects safely in alignment with OSHA guidelines.

Course overview

Back injuries and back pain can be debilitating, keeping you in bed for days and out of work for even longer. Whether it's a sudden injury incurred by lifting something improperly or a slowly-developing injury caused by years of poor posture, a back injury can be ruthless. Our goal in this program is to help you prevent back injuries by being aware of your posture, thinking about how you're going to move before you move, staying fit, and visiting a doctor as soon as the slightest back pain occurs.

The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.


  • 8 minutes
  • Format: Video
  • Tier: 2
  • Course ID: 7193
Language Icon English
Course Outline
  • How the Back Works
  • Proper Posture
  • Lifting and Lowering
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