Lifts & Twists

The top three occupations that are exposed to twisting and lifting hazards in the North are: 1) Janitors, caretakers, and building superintendents, 2) Air transport ramp attendants, 3) Construction trades helpers and labourers. 

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Lifting and Twisting Incidents

Lifting and twisting incidents involve twisting your body while carrying a heavy item. Examples of these incidents could include a worker bending and turning while unloading heavy items from a truck…