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Back Facts - A training workbook to prevent back injuries in nursing homes
SEIU Education and Support Fund
1313 L Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20005 (202) 898-3200
Contents
How This Book Works
Activity 1 - Can nursing home work be hazardous to your health?
Summary
Activity 2 - "Back" talk: Why and how you can hurt your back at work
Summary
Activity 3 - On the lookout: Does your work make you hurt?
Job Task Risk Factors Checklist
Body Movement Risk Factors Checklist
Summary
Activity 4 - Making your job safe: Solutions that work
Lifting Devices Checklist
Equipment Checklist
Resident Assessment Checklist
Lifting Training Program Checklist
Summary
Activity 5 - If you are hurt on the job
Medical Management Plan Checklist
Summary
Activity 6 - Everyone Benefits from an ergonomic program
Summary
Activity 7 - A plan for change: Safety and health committees
Summary
Appendix A: Four Basic Exercises for Good Back Care
Appendix B: Activity Evaluation
Appendix C: Directory of Equipment Manufacturers
Appendix D: OSHA Regional Offices
Appendix E: SEIU Health and Safety Offices
Appendix F: National COSH groups
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