Back
Belts
NIOSH does not recommend the use of back belts to prevent
injuries among workers who have never been injured. According
to NIOSH, proper lifting techniques include avoiding awkward
postures and heavy loads. Back belts may give workers a
false sense of security. Many organizations conduct fit-for-duty
evaluations to determine what an individual is capable of
lifting.
NIOSH Publication: BACK
BELTS--Do They Prevent Injury?
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