1. 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.

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

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. 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

8. 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.

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

10. 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