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	BODY MECHANICS STAFF EDUCATION HANDOUT MAINTAINING PROPER ALIGNMENT: Head - Hold straight, not bending forward Shoulders - Keep shoulders straight, not slumped Abdomen - Hold in mid-position with slight hollow in the low back Knees - Do not lock straight Feet - Hold a few inches apart, with the weight evenly distributed over the foot and the outside edge of the sole PROPER STANDING POSTURE: Supports musculature of back Increases comfort Conserves body energy Decreases fatigue Enhances appearance PROPER SITTING POSTURE: Do not sit with legs extended in front of you. This places...
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	...equals extra burden for your back and body. When lifting, lift with the legs with knees slightly bent. Do not reach and lift at the same time. Do not attempt to lift a load that is too heavy for your size and build. If you are required to sit for long periods of time, stand and walk erect for several minutes once an hour. Consider obtaining lumbar support device. Do not lift any object over 10 pounds if you have a condition that prohibits this. When Lifting Remember: Lift weight...