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September 1, 2019
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Deals with the lifting and handling of loads. The purpose of performing a workplace hazard assessment is to identify specific workplace hazards related to materials handling injuries and to then...
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February 1, 2017
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Variables such as age, health, strength and the size and shape of the object mean it’s not possible to give an exact weight. A better guide is for employers to do mandatory hazard assessments and...
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February 1, 2017
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This bulletin includes a review of the causes of back injury and four principles to follow when lifting items.
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February 1, 2017
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The causes of back pain can be complex and difficult to diagnose. Surgery to relieve back pain should only be used as the last resort. This fact sheet presents seven common myths about back pain.
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February 1, 2017
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This fact sheet presents the right "correct" techniques for lifting objects and the characteristics of proper lifting.
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August 1, 2010
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This is the last in a three-part series of Safety Bulletins dealing with the lifting and handling of loads. The purpose of performing a workplace hazard assessment is to identify specific...
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August 1, 2010
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This is the first in a three-part series of Safety Bulletins dealing with the lifting and handling of loads.
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August 1, 2010
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Alberta has no specific law regarding the maximum weight a worker can lift. Restricting loads to a particular weight does not guarantee safety. You might injure yourself by reaching awkwardly to...
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August 1, 2010
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This is the second in a three-part series of Safety Bulletins dealing with the lifting and handling of loads. The purpose of performing a workplace hazard assessment is to identify specific...
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April 1, 2004
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Back belts may be appropriate in the treatment of certain back injuries. In these cases a back belt should be offered to an injured worker