This course is designed to provide general guidance for employers and
employees about how to prevent back injury as a result of lifting and moving
patients and residents. It may be useful in settings such as hospitals, nursing
homes, assisted living facilities, board and care homes, and during the
provision of home health care. Some of the benefits of back injury prevention
include decreased injuries and costs, as well as increased efficiency and
employee morale. The practical suggestions in this course are aimed at
orderlies, attendants, nurses, nursing assistants and others who actually lift
and move patients and residents.
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