Back injuries are commonly reported workers’ compensation injuries in many industries. The effect of a back injury may touch many aspects of your life and could be lifelong, depending on the severity of the injury.
Body mechanics are often a significant contributing factor in back injuries. Body mechanics include lifting, carrying, twisting, bending, and reaching. When done improperly, these movements may cause serious injury. Many factors influence poor body mechanics, including situational awareness, proper training, and non-compliant ergonomic practices. Using appropriate techniques and following best practices are critical to the health and safety of an employee.
To learn more about back injury prevention, please get in touch with SORM’s training team.
To discuss how you can implement back injury prevention into your risk management program, please get in touch with one of SORM’s Risk Management Consultants to schedule a consultation.