Welcome to the Back Safety Quiz Most back injuries at work are caused by:Automobile accidentsImproper liftingWeak musclesOld age When carrying material it should be heldOverheadAt arms lengthBy your sideLow and close to the body When lifting, I should NOTLook directly aheadTwist at the waistWear shoesAll of the above When carrying I shouldBe able to see my path of travelTake long firm stepsNever go up stairsSteady the load with my chin If a load is too bulky, I shouldUse a back beltAsk for more time to move itCut hand holds in the boxGet help The best exercise I can do to keep my back in shape isToe lifts for 30 minutesDaily 20 minute brisk walksUse ankle weights50 Pushups a day If I am unsure how to move some material I shouldAsk my supervisorTry different ways of doing itAsk a co-workerDo the job slowly If a very heavy box contains several items, you shouldPush it across the floorCarry it on your backDrag it with a rope or slingCarry each item separately When preparing to lift you shouldLock knees and bend at the waistKeep a straight back and bend at the kneesDo some vigorous twisting exercisingSee if anyone can help you After grasping a load you should lift byUsing your legsUsing your back musclesRising rapidlyTaking short arm motions If you wear a back belt, you can lift more weight than you could without a belt.TrueFalse Name (optional) Join the EHS Center Mailing List (optional) Time is Up! Time's up Additional Resources EHS Center The EHS Center is a resource site for professionals concerned with workplace safety. The resources offered on this site are 100% free to members. ← PreviousAccident Prevention Quiz – easy Next →HAZCOM – Right to Know
