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A training workbook to prevent back injuries in nursing homes.
SEIU EDUCATION AND SUPPORT FUND
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Contents
HOW THIS BOOK WORKS
ACTIVITY 1
Can nursing home work be hazardous to your health
?
Summary
ACTIVITY 2
"Back" talk: Why and how you can hurt your back at work
Summary
ACTIVITY 3
On the lookout: Does your work make you hurt
?
Job Task Risk Factor Checklist
Body Movement Risk Factor Checklist
Summary
ACTIVITY 4
Making your job safe: Solutions that work
Lifting Device Checklist
Equipment Checklist
Resident Assessment Checklist
Lifting Training Program Checklist
Summary
ACTIVITY 5
If you are hurt on the job
Medical Management Policy Checklist
Summary
ACTIVITY 6
Everyone Benefits from an ergonomic program
Summary
ACTIVITY 7
A plan for change: Safety and health committees
Summary
Appendix A: Four basic exercises for good back care
Appendix B: Activity Evaluation
Appendix C: Directory of equipment manufacturers
Appendix D: OSHA Regional Offices
Appendix E: SEW Regional Health and Safety Offices
Appendix F: National COSH groups
Footnotes
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