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Strain and Overexertion Hazards
Usually, office work does not require lifting large or especially heavy objects. However, office workers need to practice safe lifting techniques. Lifting small, light loads (e.g., stacks of files, boxes of computer paper, books) can cause injury to the back, neck, and shoulders, when lifting is done incorrectly.
Most back injuries result from using improper lifting techniques and ignoring safety precautions. If you think that lifting an object is beyond your ability, contact your supervisor or ask another employee to assist you.
