Lifting

Proper Lifting of Patients

This video goes over methods for the proper lifting of patients by healthcare providers. Length: 10 minutes

Proper Lifting Procedures Part 3

This video provides basic information about the proper way to lift things including: the team lift, risk factors, and the 5 L’s of back safety. Length: 9.5 minutes

Proper Lifting Procedures Part 2

This video provides basic information about the proper way to lift things covering the 4 stages of lifting: Preparing, Lifting, Moving and Lowering. Length: 9 minutes

Proper Lifting Procedures Part 1

This video provides basic information about the proper way to lift things. Topics include: The problem, stretching exercises, types of injuries, engineering and administrative controls to prevent lifting injuries, the basic make-up of the back and spine, and employer and employee responsibilities. Length: 10 minutes