Back Care and Safe Lifting Methods Safety Class

Back injuries are the single most frequent and costly of all claims. Basic lifting courses can only provide a quick fix. With targeted prevention training, employees are given a personalized approach to caring for their backs, and training methods to work safely.

Other topics covered include safe lifting and body movement methods specific to production environments and learning how a healthy lifestyle can help prevent injuries and contribute to ones overall quality of life. Employees will also learn stretching, back comfort, and strengthening exercises. This class is active, informative, fun, and extremely beneficial to all vocations. Perfect for housekeepers!

Each WLA member business receives four free class registrations per year. Choose classes from the schedule below or let Approach Management Services customize classes for you and your staff. Program members can arrange to have sessions conducted on-site, and all classes can be conducted in Spanish or English. Injured workers from a business enrolled in WLA’s Workers’ Comp Safety & Savings Program may attend all classes free of charge. View the range of classes at SmartWA.org.