2. Module Objective
At the end of this module you will
have completed an orientation of the
policy, employee responsibility, and
accountability.
3. Purpose
This policy sets the expectation of safe lifting
practices and policies while at work to ensure a
safe employee environment. It is a company
expectation that employees will take
reasonable care of heir own health as well as
that of their co-workers and guests. All job
descriptions within the company involve lifting
responsibilities; therefore, all employees are
responsible for the implementation of the safe
lifting techniques. Improper lifting techniques
are the number one reason for workplace
injuries and missed worked days in our
industry.
4. Policy
To equip employees for safety
success at work, the following shall
happen:
The Back Injury Prevention Program
will serve as policy for all employees
Training shall occur during new hire
orientation and renewed annually.
Additional resources shall be available
through out the year from the safety
officer and management
5. Procedures
Following are the basic steps of safe lifting
and handling:
Stretch for safe lifting at the beginning of
each scheduled shift.
Size up the load and check overall
conditions. Prepare loads of a reasonable
weight as defined by your job description
when possible.
If the load is too heavy or awkward request a
team lift or mechanical lifting device for
safety. Use assistance whenever possible.
Employ proper bod mechanics to facilitate a
safe lift.
6. Steps for Safe Lifting
1. Take a wide 6. Keep the load
stance with your close to the body
legs for stability and
2. Maintain neutral strength
spine alignment 7. Lift smoothly and
3. Tighten your core evenly with your
muscles to legs, not your
protect your back back.
4. Squat bending at 8. Look up and
your knees ahead to maintain
5. Grip the object spine alignment
with both hands 9. Stabilize the load
prior to moving.
7. Team Lifting
Team Lifting must be coordinated and a
top safety priority for all employees.
Always ask for a team lift when
available. Ideally, employees should be
approximately the same size to execute
a team lift.
8. Compliance
It is the responsibility of all employees
to protect their own health and safety,
as well as that of their co-workers and
guests. Non-compliance will result in
remedial training and disciplinary action.
Employees are required to report all
injuries to the supervisor on duty. The
Safety Officer and Human Resources
will hold any employee who fails to
report an injury in a timely manner
accountable.
9. Conclusion
The Back Injury Prevention Program’s
goal is to promote and protect a safe
working environment. It is everyone’s
responsibility to ensure everyone is
participating by stretching, completing
team lifts, and practicing safe lifting
techniques.
10. Congratulations
You have completed module one. Please read
the Back Injury Prevention Policy and complete
the policy certification. You may continue to
module two.
