| Title |
Watch your back |
| SubTitle |
Avoiding back strain in timber handling and chainsaw work. |
| Free Download |
free pdf copy available Click Here to view document. |
| Author |
HSE |
| Series Code |
INDG |
| Series Number |
145 |
| Publisher |
HSE Books |
| Date of Publication |
1993 |
| Length |
7 pages |
| Stock Code |
INDG145 |
| Price Exc. VAT |
Free |
| VAT Rate |
0% |
| Product Type |
Hard Copy |
| Format |
Paper |
| Notes |
leaflet |
| Abstract |
Provides guidance outlining preventative measures to avoid backstrain in the timber industry. Contents: Back strain; How will it affect me? What is back strain? What causes it? How do I avoid it? These simple rules will help; Aid tools; Correct body position; Using a chainsaw; Handling timber; Heavy loads; Training; Surviving back strain; Further information. |
| Keywords |
Guidance; Agriculture; Forestry; Ergonomics |