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Lifting Safety

			
#202

  UNDERSTANDING YOUR BACK — A back care program in prevention of
  lower back pain. Emphasis on individual responsibility to take care of
  their backs. Discusses basic anatomy of the back including function of
  each. (16 Minutes)

				

				
  #203

					CARE OF YOUR BACK — Follow up of “Understanding Your Back.”
  Discusses how the structure is affected by everyday activity. Discusses
  stress, nutrition, fitness, body mechanics and posture, and ways to correct
  and minimize their effects. (15 Minutes)

				

				
  #204

					IT'S YOUR BACK — Is directed strongly toward our attitudes forcing
  us to recognize lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling tasks, and helping
  us to perform the tasks properly. To accomplish this, the film stresses
  these concepts: the individual is responsible for his condition; it is
  not necessarily what you lift, but how you lift and; when lifting, pivot
  don't twist. (15 Minutes)

				

				
  #214

					UNDERSTANDING YOUR BACK — This video program provides a very entertaining
  and informative introduction which explains, as well as demonstrates, how
  the back works. In the program, common causes of back pain are identified.
  Also demonstrated are proper body mechanics and lifting techniques. Exercises
  for back fitness are also illustrated. (24 Minutes)

				

				
  #217

					SUPERVISING TO PREVENT AND MANAGE BACK INJURIES — This video program
  is designed to include the supervisor as a very important factor in the
  injury prevention program. In this program, management learns the magnitude
  of the problem and its related costs. Anatomy and common causes of injury
  are covered and the cumulative effect is stressed. Good body mechanics
  and job design are clearly illustrated. The first program of its kind presents
  a positive, “let’s get involved” message. (15 Minutes)

				

				#240

					MINIMIZING BACK STRAIN — This is an excellent video which gives
  a clear understanding of how back injuries occur. It demonstrates proper
  lifting techniques with the following examples: 1) lifting out of a storage
  bin 2) lifting out of a car trunk 3) lifting overhead and 4) retrieving
  from overhead. Furthermore, the video explains in everyday terms how the
  back works. (24 Minutes)

				

				
  #280

					BACK TALK — This videotape concerns itself with back injury prevention
  in the health care industry. Numerous examples are given to explain how
  health care personnel should lift, move and transfer patients. Clear cases
  are given for health care personnel in determining when to seek assistance
  in handling patients. This is an excellent video program that should be
  very informative to those health care personnel who are exposed to handling
  patients on a daily basis. (28 Minutes)

				

				
  #284

					KEEPING YOUR BACK IN ACTION — This video program uses a concept
  of having employees stay within their “Safety Zone” while lifting
  and moving materials both on and off the job. The program clearly points
  out that the “Safety Zone” is the area in which the employees
  can safely reach and lift objects. Numerous examples of this “Safety
  Zone” are presented. Also stressed in the program is the need for
  proper physical conditioning of employees both at work and at home. This
  video gives a nice presentation on how the back works and why people experience
  back pain. (15 Minutes)

				

				
  #323

					BACK-WISE: YOUR BACK IN BALANCE — This is a comprehensive video
  training program that instructs employees on how to keep their backs healthy.
  The video training program takes a very positive and holistic approach
  towards back injury prevention. Areas of emphasis include ergonomics, body
  mechanics, stretching and exercise and taking care of ones health both
  off the job as well as on. (18 Minutes)

				

				
  #344

					THE LAST STRAW: A GUIDE TO MANUAL MATERIAL HANDLING — This video
  uses Dr. Timothy Johnson of ABC News to narrate this most informative program.
  After a brief description of the anatomy of the spine, Dr. Johnson explains
  the effects of lifting, turning and twisting on the spine. It clearly describes
  why a load should be carried as close to the body as possible, in addition
  to demonstrating proper lifting techniques. Also covered are techniques
  to be used while reaching and lifting, as well as ways to reduce the pressure
  on one's spine while sitting and sleeping. (18 Minutes)

				

      #801

				ELEMENTS OF BACK CARE: GENERAL INDUSTRY — This video discusses the importance of stretching and exercise to protect and prevent injuries to the back. Body mechanics and the importance of getting assistance when needed are also covered. Employees working in a general industry setting are shown lifting in the correct manner to avoid injury. Also discussed are individuals who sit or stand for their employment and the need for them to take a break to stretch and exercise their back. (14 Minutes)

			

			
#821

  BACK SAFETY FOR MATERIAL HANDLERS — Material handlers are some of the most frequent victims of back injury, but they practice the techniques taught in this program, they can keep their backs strong and in great shape. Back structure, repetitive stress illnesses/reverse stretching, proper lifting and warning signs of back injury are just some of the topics covered. DVD (17 Minutes) 

			
#846

ON THE ROAD: THE LIGHTER SIDE OF LIFING — This program demonstrates how to lift in the real  world.  A refreshing departure from  traditional videos, this program uses humor to effectively teach safe body  mechanics in real-life situations. It teaches viewers how to choose the “right  lift” and apply these back-safety principles in a variety of lifting  situations. (DVD FORMAT – 18 Minutes)

            
#847

              ELEMENTS OF BACK CARE: GENERAL INDUSTRY — This program covers the basic function and design  of the back; body mechanics and movements; the importance of periodic  stretching throughout the day, and various stretches and exercises. Employees  will learn how to properly care for their backs and prevent injuries. (DVD  FORMAT – 14 Minutes)

            
#848

              MANUAL HANDLING FOR INDUSTRY: THE NEW APPROACH — This program is based on the latest  information and techniques related to manual handling.  Back structure and musculoskeletal disorders  (MSD) are explained and methods for identifying, assessing and controlling  manual handling risks related to MSD are covered. Case studies with solutions  applicable to typical workplace manual handling problems are used to illustrate  correct manual handling procedures. (DVD FORMAT – 21 Minutes)

  
#875

  BACK INJURY PREVENTION EMPLOYEE TRAINING — Backache is second only to the common cold  as the leading cause of lost workdays in the U.S.  While it may seem back injuries are inevitable, there are several things  employees can do to prevent them. This program demonstrates exercises and safe  lifting procedures that will help viewers to avoid back pain. (DVD FORMAT – 15  Minutes)

  
#876

BACK PROTECTION DEFENDING YOUR SAFETY ZONE — Your employees may not have much in common  with famous athletes, but like the pros they can overdo it with their bodies  and hurt their backs. This DVD compares the physical rigors workers face on the  job with the physical challenges of professional athletes, stressing important  techniques for back safety that can prevent injuries. (DVD FORMAT – 23 Minutes)

  
#892

IT'S YOUR BACK DON'T BREAK IT — Designed specifically for home
care workers, this video explains how to lift and move patients safely. It also
describes how employees can protect their backs with good posture, diet and exercise.
DVD (20 Minutes)

  
#893

    ERGONOMICS: WATCH YOUR BACK — Whether your staff is moving
    patients, test tubes, laundry or food, they need to protect their backs from
    undue stress. All healthcare workers have a high risk of developing musculoskeletal
    disorders or back injuries. DVD (15 Minutes)

            

            #894

              PATIENT LIFTING SAFE STRATEGIES — Healthcare workers
              are at risk for serious back injuries. Back injures are not only
              painful, but also costly to both employee and employer. Show your
              employees how to lift properly and prevent injury according to
              the NIOSH Lifting Guidelines. DVD (16 Minutes)

  
#895

    PROTECTING YOUR BACK — Back injuries hurt a lot! They hurt
    your employees, your staffing levels, your efficiency, your morale, your
    workers’ compensation claims and your insurance premiums. This program
    gives instructions on proper body mechanics, patient transfer techniques
    and exercises to avoid back injury. DVD (19 Minutes)

  
#899

WHAT'S OUR EXCUSE? — This is a highly motivational DVD which covers
a wide variety of situations which can lead to back injuries. Accident re-enactments
are clearly discussed in a way that reveals how the excuses we make can actually
be warning signs of unsafe behavior. Such unsafe behavior, if continued, will
ultimately lead to back injuries. DVD (14 Minutes)

  
#902

    STRAINS & SPRAINS — AVOIDING THE PAIN — Sprains
    and strains may not be considered serious workplace injuries, but they cause
    lost time, reduced wages and disrupt employee health and productivity. Show
    your employees how strains and sprains occur, how to recognize their warning
    signs and how to minimize them with proper posture, exercises and other simple
    adjustments. DVD (16 Minutes)

  
#909

POWERLIFT: LIFTING TRAINING THAT WORKS! – Most of us have been
trained to lift objects with the traditional “bend your knees and keep
your back straight” technique. This DVD covers flaws of the traditional “squat
lift” technique. Keeping the spine in a “neutral position” and
the basics of the wide stance is addressed in PowerLift. DVD (19 Minutes) 



			

			
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