Understanding the Risks of Manual Lifting
By itself, lifting is not necessarily a risk factor for injury. It becomes a risk when other variables are added. For example, lifting with poor technique is a risk, such as lifting when the back is bent and especially when it is twisted. Lifting a load of unexpected or unknown weight also adds risk to the equation. The lifter may think that the item weighs more or less than it does. Getting the body ready to lift an object depends on knowing how much the item weighs. Using more force than is needed to move materials can increase the risk of falling backwards or of straining the back. The same risk applies to unstable loads or loads that shift suddenly, such as liquids.
Risk factors – Task
Risk factors – Individual
Risk factors – Load
Risk factors – Environment
And a bonus quote from Will Rogers:
“Even if you’re on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.”
Thanks for the share, TO!
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