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Lifting – Landscaping Stats and Facts

Lifting – Landscaping Stats and Facts

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Primary hazards and types of injuries associated with lifting in landscaping 1. Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)
  • Back Injuries: Improper lifting techniques can cause back strains, sprains, and disc herniations.
  • Shoulder and Neck Strains: Lifting heavy items above shoulder height or carrying loads unevenly can lead to strains and injuries in the shoulders and neck​.
  • Knee and Hip Injuries: Repeatedly lifting heavy loads can strain the knees and hips.
2. Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSIs)
  • Tendonitis and Bursitis: Repeated lifting and carrying tasks can lead to inflammation of the tendons (tendonitis) and the fluid-filled sacs in joints (bursitis).
3. Acute Injuries
  • Fractures and Contusions: Dropping heavy […]

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