New quick-reference lifting how-to guide is suitable for posting

OSHA statistics on back injuries are stark. One in five workplace injuries are back injuries. Every year, two million back injuries occur across the U.S., and roughly half of them – one million – are sustained in the workplace. Three-quarters of these workplace-related back injuries occur during a lifting task.

Proper lifting techniques – and proper back support, like the Brass Knuckle® BKBS – are vital to prevention. Employers have a stake in promoting proper lifting, as the consequences of back injuries are costly in workers’ compensation claims, days away from work, and lost productivity.

Brass Knuckle has created a quick-reference guide for safe lifting, suitable for posting around plants and other workplace buildings. Using proper lifting techniques recommended by OSHA, the poster provides practical advice on methods to reduce strain on the back during lifting. Tips include maintaining a proper stance, executing a smooth lifting motion, and avoiding common pitfalls while lifting. The lifting guide can be downloaded here: brass-knuckle-proper-lifting-guide.pdf.

For extra support during proper lifting, Brass Knuckle BKBS Back Support is a comfortable and adjustable support belt that has your back. Its attached 1.5-inch elastic suspenders distribute support throughout the trunk. Abdominal support tapers to fit the body. Padding on the sides and pressure-relieving low-back support in the lumbar region help increase comfort. The rugged polyester/mesh elastic body has a durable, double hook-and-loop closure system. It’s available in four sizes to aid in proper fit.