131-03 - Proper Lifting Techniques
Learning objectives
- Describe manual material handling activities in a work environment and everyday situations
- Identify variables that are required for the NIOSH Lifting Equation
- Discuss risk factors associated with manual material handling tasks
- Explain techniques that can be utilized to help prevent back injuries
- Determine common administrative and engineering controls to help prevent lifting injuries
- Demonstrate proper techniques when performing a lift alone
- Explain the proper technique when performing a lift with a team
- Discuss the disadvantages of using a back belt in an industrial environment
Course overview
When you complete this lesson, you will be able to utilize proper lifting techniques when performing manual material handling tasks. In addition, you will be able to employ techniques to help prevent back injuries.
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.
