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Safe Lifting in Construction Environments
Learn more about the functions of the spine and safe lifting practices in construction environments.Preview the first lesson free — get full access to all 7 lessons.
Essential Provider : KnowledgeCity 7 Lessons · 15m in English
Course Description
In this course on Safe Lifting in Construction Environments, you will learn about some of the common safe lifting practices that you can use in the workplace to avoid injury. There are many misconceptions about safe lifting that can cause you a lifetime of pain and back issues. This course will help you better educate yourself on safe lifting practices and avoid these issues.
To practice safe lifting, it is important to first know about the functions of the spine and how one small movement can lead to weeks, or even a lifetime, of back troubles. Also, by understanding how to plan a safe carry and lift awkward objects, you will be better prepared to avoid accidents and falls in the workplace. This course will also discuss how to lift heavy objects that are below your waist, as well as the best practices for lifting objects that are out of your reach. A better understanding of the mechanics of safe lifting can help you be a more effective team member and avoid a lifetime of backache.
What You'll Learn
- Discuss common safe lifting practices used in the workplace to avoid injury
- Explain how to plan a safe carry and lift awkward objects
- Recognize common misconceptions about safe lifting practices
- Describe the structure and function of the back and spine
- Apply the mechanics of safe lifting, including objects below the waist and out of reach
Key Takeaways
- Common safe lifting practices can be used in the workplace to help avoid injury.
- Understanding the functions of the spine shows how one small movement can lead to weeks, or even a lifetime, of back troubles.
- Knowing how to plan a safe carry and lift awkward objects helps prevent accidents and falls in the workplace.
- The course covers lifting heavy objects below the waist and best practices for lifting objects that are out of reach.
- A better understanding of safe lifting mechanics can make you a more effective team member and help avoid a lifetime of backache.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this course cover?
It covers common safe lifting practices, the back's structure and function, preparing for a lift, the mechanics of safe lifting, lifting below the waist, and planning a carry, so you can avoid injury in the workplace.
What will I learn about the spine?
You will learn about the functions of the spine and how one small movement can lead to weeks, or even a lifetime, of back troubles.
Does the course address awkward or hard-to-reach objects?
Yes. It explains how to plan a safe carry and lift awkward objects, how to lift heavy objects below your waist, and the best practices for lifting objects that are out of your reach.
What skills does this course relate to?
It relates to Basic Safety Training, Construction Site Safety, Forklift Safety, Lifting Equipment, Safety Training, and Workplace Safety.
How is the course structured?
It is organized into lessons: Introduction to Safe Lifting, The Back's Structure and Function, Preparing for a Lift, The Mechanics of Safe Lifting, Below the Waist Lifting, Planning a Carry, and a Conclusion.
