Back Care For Maritime Industry - Part 1: Lift It Safely

This program offers comprehensive injury prevention and loss control recommendations for maritime employers who operate commercial vessels or shore side production sites.  The most common form of industrial injury, back sprains and strains cost maritime employers millions of dollars each year.

• Promote safe working techniques
• Minimize back injuries do to over exertion and improper lifting

Topics

• Physical break down of the back and spine
• Proper lifting techniques
• Exercises and stretches that promote a healthy back

Part 1 offers employees a simple, visual guide to protecting themselves, while part 2 offers supervisory personnel a clear picture of the costs associated with back injuries, and a real world program for minimizing back injury risks.