Sitting and Lifting: Proper Lifting Techniques
Last Updated 07/2025
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What you'll learn
Demonstrate proper lifting techniques that minimize strain on muscles and joints.
Identify ergonomic adjustments that promote correct posture and reduce fatigue while sitting.
Evaluate common workplace habits that contribute to musculoskeletal injuries and apply corrective measures.
Skills covered in this course
Description
Improper sitting and lifting techniques can lead to serious injuries, including muscle strain, joint stress, and long-term spinal damage. This course provides essential guidance on ergonomically sound methods for lifting heavy objects and maintaining proper posture while seated. Participants will explore risk factors associated with poor body mechanics, strategies for reducing strain, and adjustments that enhance workplace safety and comfort. By implementing these techniques, employees can improve efficiency, reduce injury risks, and support overall musculoskeletal health.
Author
Safety Instruct provides OSHA Compliance and Workplace Safety training designed to keep employees safe and organizations compliant. Their catalog includes Hazard Communication, PPE, Fire Safety, and industry-specific courses that meet federal and state regulations. The training is interactive, accessible, and tailored for both employees and supervisors. Safety Instruct emphasizes practical, real-world learning that helps reduce workplace risks. Companies use these courses to strengthen safety programs and meet compliance requirements.
Sitting and Lifting: Proper Lifting Techniques
Sitting and Lifting: Proper Lifting Techniques
Improper sitting and lifting techniques can lead to serious injuries, including muscle strain, joint stress, and long-term spinal damage. This course provides essential guidance on ergonomically sound methods for lifting heavy objects and maintaining proper posture while seated. Participants will explore risk factors associated with poor body mechanics, strategies for reducing strain, and adjustments that enhance workplace safety and comfort. By implementing these techniques, employees can improve efficiency, reduce injury risks, and support overall musculoskeletal health.
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This course is designed for employees and supervisors who need to complete Sitting and Lifting: Proper Lifting Techniques training
Yes. Refund requests can be submitted within 30 days of purchase.
Yes. This course is designed to meet applicable federal requirements and commonly mandated state standards. Always confirm specific state or industry requirements with your local regulations.
The course takes approximately 12 minutes to complete and can be paused and resumed at any time.
Yes. Learners receive a downloadable certificate upon successful completion, which can be used for compliance records and audits.
Yes. You can assign this course to individuals or groups using Coggno’s LMS, or purchase multiple seats for your team.
Yes. This course can be exported for delivery in most learning management systems (SCORM compatible).
Yes. The course is fully self-paced and available 24/7.
Yes. This course includes a knowledge check to reinforce learning and verify completion.
Learners have lifetime access from the date of purchase.
Yes. A preview is available so you can review the course format and content before purchasing.
Yes. Content is reviewed and updated as regulations and best practices change.
Yes. This course is available for free with an active Prime Subscription.