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	PURPOSE: To promote efficient use of muscles and prevent muscle strain, fatigue or injury during movement of objects or patients. POLICY: All employees are required to attend body mechanics inservice classes to be included in orientation and annually thereafter. Inservice classes will be provided by frequently enough to update all staff per the policy. Class content for body mechanics will include, but not be limited to, the following: Incidence and causes of common work related back and other on-the-job injuries Demonstration of correct ways to walk, stand, sit, stoop, lift, bend,...
Second excerpt:
	...Feet: Hold a few inches apart, with the weight evenly distributed over the foot and the outside edge of the sole Proper Sitting Posture: Do not sit with legs extended in front of you. This places undue stress on your back and will increase fatigue. Prevent Body Discomforts and Injuries by: Keeping in shape and active. Try to maintain optimal weight. Extra weight equals extra burden for your back and body. When lifting, lift with the legs with knees slightly bent. Do not reach...