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Cantu, Carolyn O. – Texas Child Care, 2002
Examines back injury in teachers and child care providers; includes statistics, common causes of back pain (improper alignment, improper posture, improper lifting, and carrying), and types of back pain (acute and chronic). Focuses on preventing back injury, body mechanics for lifting and carrying, and proper lifting and carrying of children. (SD)
Descriptors: Accident Prevention, Child Caregivers, Injuries, Job Skills