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What is one of the most common causes of back injury in the workplace?
A. Drinking too much water
✔✔ B. Lifting heavy objects incorrectly
C. Wearing bright clothing
D. Taking regular breaks
Which part of the body is most at risk when lifting with poor technique?
A. Elbows
B. Knees
✔✔ C. Lower back
D. Shoulders
What should you do before lifting a heavy object?
A. Twist your torso to get a better grip
B. Lift as quickly as possible
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,✔✔ C. Check the weight and plan your lift
D. Bend from the waist
When lifting an object, where should the load be kept?
A. At arm's length
✔✔ B. Close to your body
C. Above your shoulders
D. To one side of your body
What is the best posture for lifting?
✔✔ A. Bend your knees and keep your back straight
B. Keep your legs straight and bend your back
C. Twist while you lift
D. Lean backward as you lift
How can teamwork prevent back injuries during lifting?
✔✔ A. Sharing the load between multiple people
B. One person lifts while the others watch
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, C. Yelling loudly to alert others
D. Throwing the item back and forth
What is the purpose of a mechanical aid like a dolly or cart?
A. To make workers stronger
B. To avoid asking for help
✔✔ C. To reduce strain and back injuries
D. To move items faster without training
Why is twisting your body while lifting dangerous?
A. It uses your arms too much
✔✔ B. It increases the risk of spinal injury
C. It slows you down
D. It stretches your legs too far
What should you do if a load is too heavy to lift alone?
A. Lift it anyway
✔✔ B. Ask for help or use equipment
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