Workplace Safety

Preventing Back Injuries for Caregivers

About this course

Back injuries are the #1 safety risk for caregivers. Take this course to learn:

Basic body mechanics
How to safely lift and carry
How to report an injury

Duration: 30 mins

What you'll learn

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

Understand basic body mechanics and the role of the skeletal system in movement
Apply proper techniques for lifting, carrying, and performing common caregiver tasks
Maintain correct alignment and posture using the SLT method: Squat – Lift – Stand Tall
Report injuries promptly to a supervisor using proper documentation and follow-up procedures

This course includes

Audio Included
How-to instructional videos
Interactive learning activities
Knowledge checks
Designed specifically for adult learners
Certificate of completion
Closed captions and audio included
100% online access
English