using proper body mechanics

1. A Review of
Safe Lifting Rules

2. BE
CAREFUL
BE SAFE
GET CLOSE

3. SO HERE ARE FIVE PROPER LIFTING TECHNIQUES ANYBODY CAN
QUICKLY AND EASILY PRACTICE:
 Get close to the object
 Keep your back straight! ...
 Bend your knees! ...
 Practice! ...
 Keep objects raised! ...
 Know your limits!

4. BE KIND TO YOUR
BACK
Ask for Help
TEAM WORK

5. WHAT ARE THE PRINCIPLES OF BODY MECHANICS?
 Maintaining a stable center of gravity.
 Maintaining a wide base of support.
 Maintaining a line of gravity.
 Maintaining proper body alignment.

6. BE SAFE
Think Before You Lift
SPREAD YOUR FEET

7. PUSH
DON’T PULL

8. KNOW YOUR L’S
•LOAD - Always test the load. ...
•LEVER - Keep the load close to spine when in an
upright position.
•LORDOSIS - Maintain the low back in its
anatomical position to protect discs, ligaments
while lifting. ...
•LEGS - Let your gluts, quad, and calf muscles do
the heavy work.

9. BE SMART
USE LIFTING
DEVICES