Safe Lifting Questionnaire

1. Following proper lifting techniques and the use of a properly fitted Kare back support belt will help the possibility of a lower back injury. a) increase b) not effect c) decrease 2. A primary purpose of the Kare back support belt is to support the muscle groups that keep the spine properly aligned. a) true b) false 3. When the muscles are weak or fatigued, the possibility for a back injury to occur is . a) more likely b) less likely 4. Before lifting, pushing or pulling, an individual should first determine that the load is safe for them to handle alone. a) true b) false 5. A person should attempt to lift more weight than normal while wearing a Kare back support belt. a) true b) false 6. A proper lifting technique suggests that you should bend at your and keep your as straight as possible. a) waist/back b) knees/back 7. The majority of the weight to be lifted should be done with your muscles. a) arm b) back c) leg 8. It is good practice to lift with the load as close to your body as possible. a) true b) false 9. Statistics show the majority of reported back injuries occur in the region of the back. a) upper b) middle c) lower 10. Better results occur when a Kare back support belt is sized and fitted so that breathing becomes more difficult. a) true b) false