Back injury

Why are back injuries more common in the lower back than upper back?

• Bears more weight

• Not as strong

• Harder to gain muscle in lower back

Why do you need to adjust the height of shelves and pallets?

Lifting _____ knee level or ____ above shoulder level is strenuous and can increase injury risk

Describe the proper way to sit on a chair

Strengthening your core is beneficial for your back

• true

• false

lift with your back or legs

• back

• legs

When handling an overhead load, reach up to pick up the load

• true

• false