Practice question

What is the correct posture when lifting a heavy item during manual handling to avoid back injury?

  1. Keep your legs straight and bend your back fully forward
  2. Bend your knees, keep your back straight, and lift using your strong leg muscles
  3. Twist your body while lifting to speed up the move
  4. Lift the load with your arms fully extended away from your body

Answer: B — Bend your knees, keep your back straight, and lift using your strong leg muscles

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