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Force exertion Lifting Carrying

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Location: http://www.deir.qld.gov.au/workplace/law/codes/manualtasks/appendix4/index.htm

Description: Appendix 4 – Force exertion – Lifting/Carrying
Effect of posture on muscular effort
Effect of the posture on discs
Factors affecting muscular effort
The muscular effort needed to lift and carry loads is a primary risk factor for low back disorders. The muscular exertion needed depends primarily on the –
* weight of the load, and
* distance of the load’s centre of gravity from the body.

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Institution: The State of Queensland (Department of Employment and Industrial Relations)
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Language: English

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Added: Sat Dec 29 2007