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Body Mechanics and Back Safety

Price: $15.00

Proper body mechanics are essential to preventing injury and ensuring safe caregiving practices. This course provides caregivers with practical guidance on safe lifting techniques, positioning, and movement strategies used in care settings. 


Learners will examine common risk factors for back injuries and explore methods to protect themselves and their clients during transfers and daily tasks. Emphasis is placed on injury prevention, workplace safety, and long-term physical well-being.


Learning Objectives:

  1. Define body mechanics and explain their importance in caregiving.

  2. Identify common risk factors that contribute to back injuries in care settings.

  3. Demonstrate proper lifting, transferring, and positioning techniques.

  4. Apply strategies to prevent back strain and workplace injuries.

Intended Audience: Long-term care workers (LTCW), home care aides (HCA), nursing assistants (NAR/NAC), registered nurses (RN) and other healthcare professionals.


State: Washington
Course Type: Continuing Education
Course Credits: 1 hour of Continuing Education credit
Language: English
Delivery: Self-Paced Online
Prerequisites: none

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