Construction has the highest rate of back injuries of any industry, except transportation.
Most of the back problems are low-back injuries. Repeated injury to your back can cause permanent damage and end your career. The Hazards Most back injuries are sprains and strains from lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials. You are at risk of low-back injury if you must twist while carrying heavy loads, work bent over a lot, or stay in other awkward postures. Protect Yourself Injuries can be reduced by planning, changing how work is done, and training workers and supervisors.