Preventing Back Strains and Lifting Injuries in the Workplace with CCGT
Back strains and lifting injuries are among the most common and most preventable workplace accidents.
These types of injuries can cause significant downtime, lost productivity, and high compensation costs.
By reinforcing safe lifting practices, you can protect your team’s health and maintain a productive, injury-free workplace.
🚨 Why Safe Lifting Matters
Back injuries aren’t just painful — they’re costly and disruptive. Here’s why proper lifting techniques should be a top priority for every workplace:
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1 in 3 workplace injuries are caused by incorrect lifting.
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Back injuries can lead to weeks off work and expensive rehabilitation or compensation claims.
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Promoting good lifting habits reduces risk, builds a stronger safety culture, and keeps your team performing at their best.
✅ Safe Lifting Tips for Every Workplace
Share these practical lifting safety reminders during your next toolbox talk, training session, or safety meeting:
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Plan the lift: Check the load and clear your path before moving.
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Bend your knees — not your back.
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Keep the load close to your body to maintain balance and control.
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Avoid twisting while lifting or carrying. Turn with your feet instead.
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Use mechanical aids or team lifting for heavy or awkward loads.
Encouraging employees to pause and think before lifting can prevent serious long-term injuries.
📣 Take Action Today
Small reminders make a big difference. Discuss safe lifting practices regularly at team meetings, toolbox talks, and by displaying visual reminders around the workplace.
👉 Download CCGT’s FREE SMART Lifting Technique Poster to display in your workplace — and help your team stay safe, strong, and supported.
💪 Building a Safer, Stronger Workforce with CCGT
At CCGT, we’re committed to supporting our apprentices, trainees, and host employers with the tools and training needed to create safer workplaces. Promoting awareness about injury prevention is just one of the many ways we help our partners build sustainable, healthy, and productive teams.
If you’re looking for guidance on workplace safety or want to learn more about hosting an apprentice or trainee, visit ccgt.com.au.
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