Transfer check: lifting without damaging yourself
A fixed habit that protects your back on every shift
Most back injuries in the field do not occur from one dramatic lift but from many small incorrect twists over time. A fixed moving habit is the cheapest insurance you have.
§Before you lift
- 01Assess weight and space: can it be done safely?
- 02Find the right aid — slider, stretcher or lift.
- 03Arrange with your partner who counts and who does what.
§The actual relocation
- 01Stand with good distance between your feet for a stable base.
- 02Bend at the knees, keep your back in good posture, and avoid twisting.
- 03Keep the load close to your body and lift with your legs.
- 04Move slowly and in a coordinated manner — do not jerk the load.
§Afterwards
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