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For Good Body Mechanics
Avoid
Bend your knees Hold items close Have a wide base Use your larger
and squat to lift a to your body and of support. and stronger unnecessary
bending and
heavy object. base of support. muscles.
reaching.
Push, slide, or Turn your whole Work with Do not lean over
Face your work pull heavy objects body when smooth and even a person to give
area. changing direction
when you can. movements. care.
of movement.
Get help from a
Bend your hips co-worker if the Use assist
and knees to lift Do not lift objects person cannot equipment and
higher than chest
heavy objects assist with devices when
from the floor. level. turning or possible.
moving.
