Backpack Safety Guideline - 10 Tips For Safer Backpack Use In Children 1. Choose a backpack that has two wide, padded adjustable straps and a waist strap. 2. Padding on the back side can help provide a cushion between the spine and the backpack contents. 3. Make sure the backpack fits properly. 4. When packing the contents, place the bulkier heavier items (textbooks, binders) close to the body and keep the lighter items away from the back. 5. Use the pockets and compartments to pack smaller items and help distribute the weight. 6. For children in grade school, grade K-8, the weight should be no more then 10% of their body weight. 7. For high school students, grade 9-12, the weight should be no more then 15% of their body weight. 8. Always use both straps. 9. Use the waist strap to help transfer some of the weight to your hips and reduce back strain. 10. Don’t carry the backpack too low. Tighten up the shoulder straps so the backpack is being carried on the upper area of your back.
Posted on: Wed, 28 Aug 2013 11:18:54 +0000
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