Backsafe^® Blog

Problem solving is a survival skill and what humans do everyday. Any doctor, plumber, mechanic, etc. has to be a very successful problem solver. One could say the better a person is at solving problems, the better they survive. Executives get paid well for preventing...

Whether a fresh-faced newcomer or a seasoned veteran on the job, sprain and strain injuries can happen to anyone in the workplace. These unfortunately common injuries, often resulting from lifting, twisting, or repetitive motions, don't discriminate based on age....

The Bionomics™ Revolution: transforming work environments experiencing sprain/strain injuries to more profitable wellness culture. Over three decades ago, we set out on an ambitious journey of research and innovation, leading to the creation of Bionomics™ - the...

Throughout my 30 years at FIT, helping customers to keep more of their money by preventing back and other sprain/strain injuries, it has been necessary to occasionally assess our business operations to keep us corrected and on track. Despite intentions otherwise,...

As summer rolls in, we're all eager to dive into activities like gardening, sports, and outdoor projects. These pursuits bring joy and rejuvenation, but it's crucial to keep in mind the risk of Cumulative Micro-Trauma Injuries (CMTs) to backs, shoulders, knees, etc....

  Injury prevention is of paramount importance, especially for the silver wave population, who are individuals aged 55 and older, working in industrial settings. This demographic is particularly susceptible to workplace injuries due to factors such as age-related...

Thirty years ago, diving into the realm of workplace injury prevention felt like stepping into the twilight zone. Despite companies' best efforts across the U.S., Canada, and Australia, back injuries and strains continued to plague workplaces, leaving Operation...

In the vast and varied work environments that exists in our workaday world, from heavy industrial, distribution, police and fire, healthcare, food handling, etc., etc., the importance of good biomechanics cannot be overstated. Picture this: workers navigating...

One of the benefits of being in management for 41 years is the insight gained on how to create a high production, high morale, and low injury rate culture. Years ago, when first promoted to a management position, the company I was with at the time had a pretty nasty...

At this time of year, it’s a great opportunity to look back…and look ahead. FIT was established in 1992 to prevent work related sprain/strain injuries. The Founder of FIT became aware of the tremendous costs related to back injuries and other sprains/strains while...

Autumn has arrived with the heat of summer giving way to cooler temperatures.  The fall is a favorite time of year for many and is the season of harvest.  The seasons collectively are a wonderful system of survival. Spring is the time of creation, seeds are planted,...

Over 30 years ago, we embarked on a journey of research and development, culminating in the creation of Bionomics™ - the revolutionary training methodology behind Backsafe® and Sittingsafe®. Our mission was to uncover the primary cause of prevalent back, shoulder, and...

Way (way, way) back in high school, a coach I had stood in front of our team and saw a group of apparently intimidated young men. We had heard stories about our next opponent which was verified by some film we had watched of them. They were fast, good-sized, and full...

Summer is nearly upon us, the season when outdoor pursuits are at their peak. It's the time for grilling, beach trips, gardening, golfing, or perhaps just reclining on a lounge chair with an engrossing book. However, none of these activities are enjoyable if you're...

There is an exact cause for every problem that exists. The secret to making a problem disappear, big or small, is being clever enough to determine the exact cause of it. Successful managers, successful people, people that tend to be happier in life, are really good...