Bend at the hips and knees and not at the waist. Hold and carry objects close to you. Never bend over without bending knees and tucking buttocks under. Keep back rounded as you return to standing from squat. Always face your work and turn by pivoting your feet first Keep buttocks tucked under as you reach. Use a stool and avoid unnecessary reaching.
Hold and carry objects close to you.
Never bend over without bending knees and tucking buttocks under.
Keep back rounded as you return to standing from squat.
Always face your work and turn by pivoting your feet first
Keep buttocks tucked under as you reach. Use a stool and avoid unnecessary reaching.
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