Who Should Take This Course?
Back injuries are a major workplace safety issue. The Bureau of Labor Statistics states that over one million workers experience back injuries each year.
In this Back Safety in the Workplace course, students will receive back safety training and back injury prevention training. Techniques and guidelines for back injury prevention will be provided. The course may be used as an initial course or an annual refresher to help meet OSHA requirements. This course should be used as part of an employer’s overall Back Safety Program for employees.
For information on OSHA Safety training requirements or the Safety training courses we offer, visit our OSHA Safety Training page.
Course Outline
This course consists of the following 3 sections within our Online Training System (OTS).
| Section | Title |
|---|---|
| Module 1 | |
| 1 | Introduction to Back Safety Back disorders and injuries | Factors associated with back disorders | Signs and symptoms | Contributing factors | Manual materials handling | Administrative and engineering controls | Other prevention and controls | Worker training and education. |
| 2 | Back Injury Prevention Prevention strategies | Back safety programs | Exercising to strengthen your back and reduce stress | Losing excess weight | Maintaining good posture | Lifting objects | Back belts. |
| 3 | Lifting Techniques and Guidelines Midrange postures and the power zone | Planning a lift | Lifting guidelines | Stretching | Team lifting | Raising the worker | Carrying guidelines | Alternative methods to lifting. |
| Course Exam | |
Course Exam
- The final exam for this course consists of 10 questions, which are randomly compiled from a large pool of possible questions.
- A 70% or better score is needed in order to pass the final exam. If a student does not pass, they may re-review information in the sections as necessary, and retake the test as many times as needed in order to pass.
Course Format
This is a 100% online, fully narrated course. The training is self-paced and available 24/7.
This course includes up-to-date, high quality training designed with your learning as our top priority. The course features interactive training, which combines audio and visual elements for maximum retention. The course is completed entirely online using a computer with an internet connection and is available 24/7. For your convenience, it can be completed over time, and your progress will be saved in our state-of-the-art Online Training System (OTS) to the last section completed. We are so certain you will be satisfied with your experience, that we offer a 100% Money Back Guarantee*.
Once the course is completed, you will immediately be able to download, save or print your Course Completion Certificate which is provided in PDF format.
Accreditation
This course is designed to help meet the Federal OSHA Training requirements for employee training on health and safety. This course should be used as part of an employer’s overall Back Safety Program for employees.
Certification
Once the course is completed, you will immediately be able to download, save or print your Course Completion Certificate which is provided in PDF format.
Course Objectives
The objective of this back safety training course is to meet the Federal OSHA Training requirements for employee training on health and safety. This course should be used as part of an employer’s overall Back Safety Program for employees.
The HazMat Student Advantage
- Fully Narrated, High Quality Training
- 24/7, Easy to Use Online Interface
- Self-Paced with Saved Progress
- Includes Audio, Text & Photos
- Interactive Quizzes for Retention
- Downloadable Student Manual (PDF)
- Take Up to 12 Months to Complete
- Excellent Customer Support
- Mobile Device Friendly Course*
- 100% Money Back Guarantee*
- Course Completion Certificate
Additional Information
OSHA has a Technical Manual where you can learn more about Back Disorders and Injuries online. Sections help users to learn about: Factors that contribute to back disorders; Signs and symptoms of back safety issues; Reporting and investigation guidelines; and Prevention and control. Per OSHA, workers should be provided job specific back safety training, including back injury hazards, safe work practices, and controls in the workplace. Training should include ergonomic principles, back hazards and injury recognition, reporting procedures for hazardous conditions, and the back injury reporting procedure.
Additional Training
Please note that this course provides valuable back safety training and back injury prevention training which applies to a general population of employees. This course is not meant to replace company-specific Back Safety training provided by your employer on procedures for your particular work environment. You must be trained by your employer on the hazards, equipment, engineering and administrative controls, safe work practices and emergency plans specific to your role and workplace.
In ALL situations, employers are required to ensure their employees are adequately trained to do their job.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Back Safety in the Workplace Training course and who should take it?
This online Back Safety in the Workplace Training course provides back safety and back injury prevention training for employees. The course provides techniques and guidelines for back injury prevention and may be used as an initial course or annual refresher as part of an employer’s overall Back Safety Program.
What topics are covered in the Back Safety in the Workplace course?
The course covers introduction to back safety, back disorders and injuries, factors associated with back disorders, signs and symptoms, manual materials handling, administrative and engineering controls, back injury prevention, back safety programs, posture, lifting objects, back belts, lifting techniques, stretching, team lifting, carrying guidelines, and alternative methods to lifting.
How long does the Back Safety in the Workplace Training course take to complete?
This course is designed to take approximately one (1) hour to complete. Actual completion time may vary, as some students may progress through the material more quickly while others may require additional time.
This training is intended to be used as part of an employer’s overall Back Safety Program and may be combined with other training completed throughout the year to help meet applicable training requirements.
How is the course delivered?
The course is delivered 100% online through the Online Training System (OTS). It is fully narrated, self-paced, and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The training includes interactive audio and visual elements, and progress is saved to the last completed section.
How long do I have to complete the course after enrolling?
Students have up to 12 months after enrollment to complete the course.
Is there a final exam, and what score is required to pass?
Yes. The final exam consists of 10 questions randomly selected from a large pool of possible questions. Students must achieve a score of 70% or higher to pass. If a student does not pass, they may review the course material and retake the exam as many times as needed to pass.
What proof of completion will I receive?
After completing the course, students can immediately download, save, or print their PPE Certificate of Course Completion in PDF format.
Are volume pricing options available?
Yes. Volume pricing is available for organizations that need training for multiple employees. Please contact us for a quote.
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