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Back Safety in Office Environments

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Back Safety in Office Environments

Course Overview

Desk work still strains backs. Back Safety in Office Environments gives office employees a 45 to 60 minute course on back injury prevention at work and at home, covering posture, office strain, safe lifting, movement habits and back care.

  • Covers office back strain from sitting, reaching, lifting supplies and working at a desk for long periods.
  • Reviews posture at work and at home, safe lifting techniques and habits that support back care each workday.
  • Helps office staff, administrative teams, supervisors and new hires reduce preventable back pain at work.
  • 45-60 minutes, self-paced
  • Instant certificate
  • Mobile friendly
$19.95

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Everything You Need to Know
About This Course

  • Back structure basics
  • Back pain in office environments
  • Proper posture
  • Safe lifting techniques
  • Back health habits

Course Duration45-60 minutes
Format100% online, narrated with photos, video, and interactivity
Passing Score70% on final exam
CertificatePersonalized certificate, printable immediately upon passing
LanguagesEnglish
Device CompatibilityDesktop, tablet, and smartphone
ProgressProgress saved automatically, stop and restart without losing your place
AcceptedOur courses meet federal standards, but state requirements may vary. Please verify before purchase.
ProviderMARCOM (in partnership with eTraining)

Find out if this training applies to your role, your job site, or your employer's compliance requirements, and whether it matches the certification you need.

  • Office workers who sit at desks for extended periods
  • Administrative assistants and clerical staff
  • Customer service and call center employees
  • IT professionals and software developers
  • Managers and executives in office settings
  • Accounting and financial services professionals
  • Human resources and legal department staff
  • New hires in any office-based position

Employers across a wide range of industries use this course to meet federal, state, and site-specific safety training requirements for their workforce.

  • Corporate offices and headquarters
  • Financial services and banking
  • Insurance and legal firms
  • Technology and software companies
  • Government and municipal offices
  • Call centers and customer service operations
  • Accounting and consulting firms
  • Educational institution administration

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the Back Safety in Office Environments.

Yes. Upon passing the final exam with a score of 70% or higher, you can immediately print a certificate of completion. This certificate serves as proof of training for your employer.

Yes. The course is accessible on desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones. Progress saves automatically on the same device, so you can stop and resume where you left off.

OSHA does not have a specific back safety standard. However, OSHA’s General Duty Clause requires employers to provide a workplace free from recognized hazards. Back injuries are among the most common workplace injuries, and OSHA recommends that employers provide training on safe lifting techniques and ergonomics as part of a comprehensive injury prevention program.

This course is designed for employees who work in office environments and may be at risk for back injuries. It is appropriate for anyone who works at a desk, uses a computer for extended periods, or performs occasional lifting of supplies and office equipment.

   The course takes approximately 45 to 60 minutes to complete. It is fully self-paced, so you can pause and resume at your convenience. You have 6 months from enrollment to finish. Progress saves automatically on the same device.

  The Back Safety in Office Environments course is an online safety training program that teaches employees in office environments how to prevent back injuries. The course covers the structure of the back, common sources of back pain, the importance of good posture, safe lifting techniques, and healthy habits that reduce the risk of back injuries.

   The course covers the structure of the back and how it works, common sources of back pain and injuries in office environments, the importance of good posture at work and at home, how to lift objects safely without injuring your back, and how to develop healthy habits to keep your back pain-free.

  No. This course provides a printable certificate of completion. It does not include a Department of Labor (DOL) or OSHA card. DOL/OSHA cards are issued only with OSHA 10-Hour and 30-Hour Outreach Training courses.

  The course is currently offered in English. Check eTraining’s course catalog for updates on Spanish-language availability or reach out to us at info@etraintoday.com.

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