OSHA has detailed guidelines on preventing back injuries in long term care facilities.
To develop the guidelines OSHA reviewed existing ergonomics practices and programs, state OSHA programs, as well as available scientific information.
OSHA also met with stakeholders to gather information on the ergonomic problems present in the nursing home environment and the practices that have been used successfully in the industry.
Online Nursing Assistant Inservice for Safe Transfers and Lifts – This inservice gives instruction for safe transfer and lifting practices. Causes of back injuries are explained, and practices are described for safe lifting and transfers. Procedures draw on comprehensive care plans for bed mobility and transfers. Details are given for the safe use of assistive transfer and lift devices.
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