Lifting and Back Injuries
For many employees lifting is a necessary part of their employment. Often lifting goes without incident, but if done incorrectly, either once or many times over, lifting can lead to injury.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than one million workers suffer back injuries each year, accounting for one of every five workplace injuries or illnesses.
Back injuries can be painful, and they are often difficult to heal. A back injury can also have an effect upon everything you do. In order to reduce your risk of a back injury or avoid a recurrence, it is important to learn the basics of back safety and proper lifting techniques.
Following this guidance, you may be able to save yourself a lot of pain…and a lifetime of back problems.