Back Safety     (Download PDF)

Course Prerequisite: No
Course Length: 1.5 Hours
Medical Approval: No
Delivery Mode: Lecture 1.0 hours, Practicum 0.5 hours
Schedule: At request
Location: At request
Prepared by: James Weber, OSHA BBP Instructor

Course Purpose: This course prepares students to take appropriate action in the workplace and beyond in regards to back safety.

Course Objectives:

 

 

  • Provide information on the anatomy of the back.
  • Provide information on the mechanics of proper lifting and moving
  • Prepare the student with a background of information on the proper mechanics of lifting and moving materials.
  • Prepare the student with sufficient information and practice to be able to lift and move objects with minimal body strain.

     

    Course Instructional Materials:

  • Handouts
  • Power Point presentation with projector
  • 1lb, 5lb, and 25lb weights

     

    Instructors:
    SETA back safety instructor, with student to instructor ratio not to exceed 8:1

    Course Handouts: PowerPoint overview packet and other pertinent instructor created handouts

    Participant Evaluation: Written evaluations from students regarding the effectiveness of the trainer, the training and the visual aids.

    Written Exam: No

    Practical Exam: Yes with participation only as requirement to pass course

    Retraining/Recertification: None

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