Whitewater Strategies, Inc. LIFTING SAFETY-SAVING YOUR BACK QUIZ 1 Back injuries account for more lost workdays than the common cold. False -- However, back injuries are second to the common cold in causing lost workdays.

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. LIFTING SAFETY-SAVING YOUR BACK QUIZ 2 Most back injuries can't be prevented. False

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. LIFTING SAFETY-SAVING YOUR BACK QUIZ 3 Many injuries result from the back or stomach muscles not being strong enough to do the job. True

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. LIFTING SAFETY-SAVING YOUR BACK QUIZ 4 The danger of back injury is increased when someone is out of shape, has poor posture, is overweight, or tries to do too much. True

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. LIFTING SAFETY-SAVING YOUR BACK QUIZ 5 A slipped disc is usually caused by stress or tension. False -- A slipped disc is a tear or other damage to the vertebrae; muscle spasms are usually caused by stress or tension.

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. LIFTING SAFETY-SAVING YOUR BACK QUIZ 6 The proper way to lift an object is whatever way is most comfortable for you. False -- To lift properly, stand close to the object, bend your knees, and lift from your legs.

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. LIFTING SAFETY-SAVING YOUR BACK QUIZ 7 Generally speaking, you should let your legs do the work rather than your back when you lift something. True

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. LIFTING SAFETY-SAVING YOUR BACK QUIZ 8 If you are in good physical condition you are safe from back injury. False -- Even if you are in good shape/ you may be injured if you twist while carrying a load/ lift an awkwardly shaped object/ lean or stretch to pick something up/ or lose your balance and trip while carrying a load.

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. LIFTING SAFETY-SAVING YOUR BACK QUIZ 9 Awkward loads and nonstandard conditions may call for special lifting techniques. True

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. LIFTING SAFETY-SAVING YOUR BACK QUIZ 10 The primary rule of safe lifting is to ask for help when you need it. True