Aviation Back Injury Prevention – SS4004AE (10 Min.)

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1
The basic safe lifting technique is:
2
You can only injure your back by lifting heavy items.
3
Back injuries are usually the result of bad lifting habits over time.
4
Twisting while lifting can ___________________ your back.
5
The Power Zone for lifting is between your knees and shoulders.
6
Warming up before you perform lifting tasks can help reduce your risk of an injury.
7
What should you do to reduce the strain on your back and shoulders when lifting luggage into the hold?
8
If you feel an item is too heavy or awkward to lift by yourself, you should ask a co-worker for assistance.
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For items weighing more than ________ lbs., you must get help with lifting it.