Physical jobs do a number on our bodies. Teach workers how to safely do their job.

1. PROTECTING YOURSELF A Safety and Ergonomics Health Program By Dr. Michael Vanella

5. LOW BACK PAIN

9. To prevent injury and help minor injuries heal …

11. Awareness of your back and it’s limitations is an important part of preventing injuries.

12. Respond to any pain or discomfort by changing the way you do things before minor injuries become major.

13. FATIGUE

14. Fatigue affects more than productivity. It can also jeopardize safety.

15. Start work in good shape. Be awake, alert, and ready to focus.

16. Mistakes and accidents can happen if you aren’t in good mental and physical condition.

17. Balance your day’s time and energy requirements.

19. Take care of yourself to prevent fatigue. Make sure you’re running on all cylinders as you head to work.

20. Proper Lifting Techniques:

22. The Lever Effect 100 lbs. 10 lbs. Lever effect -- can magnify weight by factor of up to 10 (40 lbs.) (200 lbs.)

29. MSD’s (Musculoskeletal Disorders)

33. MSDs (Musculoskeletal Disorders) Tension neck syndrome Strained Muscles & Ligaments Low back pain Disc Problems Sciatica Thoracic outlet syndrome Rotator cuff tendonitis DeQuervain’s syndrome Raynaud’s syndrome Carpal tunnel syndrome Chondromalacia Torn meniscus Plantar fascitis

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