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Preventing Back Injury

More than one million workers suffer back injuries each year. The Preventing Back Injury course is a comprehensive training program designed to educate employees on how to avoid back injuries in the workplace. This online back injury training covers essential topics such as the anatomy of the back, common back injuries, risk factors, and effective prevention strategies. Participants will learn proper lifting techniques, ergonomic best practices, and personal prevention strategies to maintain a healthy back. Earning back injury prevention certification can make your work experience much safer.

Back Injury Prevention Video

Watch this brief video explaining how you can mitigate back injury hazards at workplaces.

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Training Process

To successfully complete the "Preventing Back Injury" course, participants must: Complete all online training modules and interactive exercises. Pass the final assessment with a minimum score of 80%. Review all provided job aids and additional resources.

Learning Objectives

Understand the anatomy and function of the back.
Identify common types of back injuries and their causes.
Recognize risk factors that contribute to back injuries.
Learn proper lifting and carrying techniques to prevent back injuries.

Implement ergonomic practices to reduce strain on the back.
Develop personal strategies to maintain back health and prevent injuries.
Understand the importance of reporting injuries and following medical advice.

Course Outline

1. Introduction
1. Welcome
2. Introduction
3. Learning Objectives
2. Back Function and Injuries
1. Learning Activity: How the Back Works
2. Types of Back Injuries
3. Risk Factors
1. Risk Factors
2. Learning Activity: Risk Factors
3. Aging
4. Physical Condition: Strength
5. Physical Condition: Weight
6. Learning Activity: Who Is at Risk?
4. Causes of Back Injuries
1. Physical Stress
2. Bad Posture
3. Learning Activity: Posture
4. Causes of Back Injuries
5. Overexertion
6. Improper Lifting Techniques
7. Knowledge Check: Causes of Back Pain
8. Poor Environmental Conditions

5. Preventing Injuries
1. Preventing Back Injuries
2. Steps for Proper Lifting
3. Learning Activity: Steps to Safe Lifting
4. Proper Equipment
5. Personal Prevention Strategies
6. Personal Prevention Strategies (continued)
7. Why Is It Important to Strengthen the Lower Back?
8. Learning Activity: What Should You Do?
6. Response to an Injury
1. If You Injure Your Back at Work
2. Knowledge Check: Back Injuries at Work
3. Knowledge Check: Back Injuries at Work (continued)
7. Summary
1. Summary