Transcript Body Mechanics - Dr. Robert Jordan

Bell Work
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Abbreviations
Set 3
1. ASCVD –
3. AU –
5. AV –
7. AX –
9. BBB11. bid –
13. Bl –
2. ASHD –
4. Av –
6. A&W –
8. Ba –
10. BE –
12. bil –
14. Bl Wk –
Body Mechanics
Standard 6.0 TSW analyze the existing
and potential hazards to clients, coworkers, and self and will prevent injury or
illness through safe work and infection
control practices.
Objective 6.2 Apply principles of body
mechanics, including proper lifting
techniques, positioning, moving and
transferring.
Proper Lifting Tips
TUCK:
Tighten stomach muscles and tuck pelvis to keep
your back in balance
BEND KNEES:
Bending at your knees centers your balance &
distributes weight.
HUG:
Hold object lifted as close to your body as
possible.
Gradually straighten to standing position.
Lifting large weights
Get help if object feels
too heavy to lift
How to move
Lift in a smooth motion to
prevent injury
Positioning
Maintain good posture
Be careful!
Avoid twisting the body
Base of support
Bend knees, keep back
straight, spread feet
about one foot apart,
use leg muscles when
lifting
Basic rules/principles of body
mechanics
1. Maintain broad base of support
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Bend at the hips and knees (back straight)
Use the strongest muscles to do the job
Carry heavy objects close to the body
Avoid twisting your body as you work
Avoid bending for long periods of time
Use the weight of your body
Get Help (PRN)
Posture
The End
Review Questions…
Review Questions
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What does the term body mechanics mean?
What are the six principles of body mechanics?
Describe how you would safely pull a load
How can using proper body mechanics help you
to stay healthy and perform well in a health care
position?
5. How can you evaluate ergonomic practices?