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Back Safety: Lifting Odd Shapes

Back Safety: Lifting Odd Shapes. Incorrectly lifting heavy objects that have odd shapes requires extra force and can take you off balance. This can result in a back injury!. Here are a few steps to consider first:. Look around… Are there any mechanical aids available? (dollies, carts, etc.)

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Back Safety: Lifting Odd Shapes

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  1. Back Safety:Lifting Odd Shapes Incorrectly lifting heavy objects that have odd shapes requires extra force and can take you off balance. This can result in a back injury! Here are a few steps to consider first: • Look around… Are there any mechanical aids available? (dollies, carts, etc.) • Size up the load: How heavy is it? • Get a firm footing • Bend your knees, not your back! • Tighten your stomach muscles and hug the load…get close! • Lift with your legs keeping the curves in the back Confidential-Client Use Only

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