Which technique is recommended when moving large packages to avoid injury?

Which technique is recommended when moving large packages to avoid injury?

• A. Keep your feet close together
• B. Keep your knees bent and back arched
• C. Twist your torso to reach
• D. Maintain a staggered and separated stance

Answer: (D)

A stable base of support is essential when moving large packages. Maintaining a staggered and separated stance widens your base, lowers your center of gravity, and helps you brace your core so you can use your legs to lift and move the load without putting unnecessary strain on your back. This stance also makes it easier to face the load and pivot safely instead of twisting your torso, which can injure the spine. Feet close together reduces balance and stability, keeping the back arched while bending emphasizes the spine rather than the legs, and twisting to reach places increases spinal load. The staggered stance gives you alignment and control to move safely.

A stable base of support is essential when moving large packages. Maintaining a staggered and separated stance widens your base, lowers your center of gravity, and helps you brace your core so you can use your legs to lift and move the load without putting unnecessary strain on your back. This stance also makes it easier to face the load and pivot safely instead of twisting your torso, which can injure the spine. Feet close together reduces balance and stability, keeping the back arched while bending emphasizes the spine rather than the legs, and twisting to reach places increases spinal load. The staggered stance gives you alignment and control to move safely.