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Presented by Tom Tamshen, CSP Pinnacol Assurance

This presentation by Tom Tamshen, CSP, provides information on back anatomy, workplace risk factors, proper lifting techniques, and stretching and conditioning exercises to prevent back injuries. Learn how to keep your back strong and healthy to avoid pain and lost time at work.

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Presented by Tom Tamshen, CSP Pinnacol Assurance

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  1. BACK INJURY PREVENTION Presented by Tom Tamshen, CSP Pinnacol Assurance

  2. Introduction Despite the advances, nearly 80% of the population will experience back pain at some time in their life.

  3. 1996 Leading Causes of Lost Time Injuries 1. Overexertion 2. Struck by, against, caught 3. Fall 4. Chemical Exposure

  4. COLORADO Work Related Injuries

  5. Strained by Lifting Holding or Carrying Pushing or Pulling Lost time injury by type

  6. Back Injury Prevention Objectives • Improve understanding of the anatomy, function and limitation of the spine & back. • Identify workplace risk factors. • Discuss proper lifting techniques. • Demonstrate stretching and conditioning techniques for strengthening back and abdominal muscles

  7. Back/Spine Anatomy • Vertebra • Ligaments • Muscles • Tendons • Disc • Nerves

  8. Get To Know Your Back The bones, or vertebrae, together make up the spine. The basic function of the spine is to provide support for the upper body, protection of the spinal cord and allow for movements such as bending and rotating.

  9. Get To Know Your Back • The discs function as the shock absorbers of the spine. • Nerves travel down from the brain and group together to form the spinal cord.

  10. Get To Know Your Back • Tendons are bands of tough, fibrous tissue that connect muscles to bones. • Ligaments are tough connective tissue that connect bones to bones • Muscles provide support and movement for the spine. Stomach and back muscles work together to keep the spine in a balanced position.

  11. Mechanics Of The SpinePosture The spine works most efficiently when you maintain good posture.

  12. Mechanics Of The SpineThe Crane Effect There is no such thing as a “light” lift if you lift incorrectly.

  13. Back Injury Facts An OSHA study of back injuries found that: • Majority of movements at the time of injury were bending and twisting under load • Average time an object was held at time of injury was less than one minute • 30% of those injured lift more than 100 times a day

  14. Back Injury Facts An OSHA study of back injuries found that: • Average weight of object lifted was 40-100# in 70%, and 30% were over 100# • The distance traveled at the time of injury was less than 5 feet • 50% of the cases the object was lifted from the floor • 83% of the cases the back was fully or partially flexed or bent

  15. Facts About Back Disorders Back and neck problems are generally the result of repeated misuse rather than the result of one specific event.

  16. Facts About Back Disorders Your back is potentially at risk regardless of your occupation. Back problems are not just lifting problems.

  17. Back And Neck ProblemsDevelopment • Work habits and personal lifestyle habits. • Physical environment, condition, or trauma. • Previous injuries • Attitude/stress

  18. Maintaining A Healthy BackStanding • Maintain the normal curves. • Anti-fatigue mats and/or soft -soled shoes. • Foot supports.

  19. Maintaining A Healthy BackStanding, Cont.. • Proper Stance. • Keep your stomach muscles firm. • Stretch periodically.

  20. Maintaining A Healthy BackSitting • Maintain the normal curves. • Place feet flat on the floor or footrest • Materials location. • Limited leg room. • Sit/Stand workstation. • Change positions.

  21. Maintaining A Healthy BackLifting • Check the weight. • Proper positioning. • Assume a wide base. • Keep the normal curves. • Firm stomach muscles. • Smooth, controlled movements.

  22. Picking Up Items From The Ground No single lifting technique will work in all situations. This means that problem solving or, in some cases, making the best of a difficult situation will be necessary.

  23. Miscellaneous Back Facts • Smoking • Nutrition • Stress

  24. Conclusion You may go through your day with little or no regard to the demands you place on your back. In Fact, until it hurts you may think your back is virtually indestructible.

  25. Review • Keep it close, keep the curves • Stretch frequently throughout the day • Maintain the normal curves in your spine • Listen to your body

  26. Where to get more information • Other training sessions • List books, articles, electronic sources • Consulting services, other sources

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