Preventing Back Injuries and MSD/MSI Online Training

1. Injuries
Acute or immediate injuries to the back can be caused by tearing or straining ligaments and muscles.
2. Preventing Injury
The best way to prevent back injuries is to develop habits that reduce the strain placed on the back.
3. Avoid Lifting and Bending Whenever You Can
Learn how to avoid lifting and bending whenever you can.
4. Use Proper Lifting Techniques
Learn the proper lifting techniques ways in this chapter.
5. How to Prevent Back Pain
Use the correct lifting and moving techniques, and other tips that are mentioned in the chapter to prevent back pain.
6. Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD)
Learn briefly about ergonomics, risk factors that ergonomics evaluate, and musculoskeletal disorders.
7. Musculoskeletal Disorders
I. What is a Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD)?
II. Types of Musculoskeletal Disorders
Apart from it, also learn about the following in this course:
I. Mechanism of Injury
II. Ergonomic Hazards
III. Other Factors
IV. Warning Signs
8. Stages of Injury
The stages of injury are categorized into three stages – stage 1, 2, and 3.
9. Assessing the Workplace
Assessing the workplace is an important step in preventing workplace injuries, particularly those related to musculoskeletal disorders.
One critical aspect of this assessment is including the workers themselves in the process. Workers have first-hand knowledge of their job requirements and can identify areas that cause pain, discomfort, fatigue, or frustration.
By including workers in the assessment process, their expertise can be utilized to identify potential hazards and implement solutions to improve workplace safety and prevent injuries.
Ultimately, involving workers in the assessment process can help create a safer and healthier work environment for everyone.
10. Types of Controls
I. Engineering
II. Administrative
III. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
11. Tips for Prevention
Learn the various prevention tips such as exercising daily, balanced lifestyle etc. to prevent back injuries.
12. Selecting the Best Solution
Select the best solution from the three solutions given.