Backpack safety skills check list
Select the right size backpack with wide, padded straps and enough back padding |
Know the weight limit of the backpack to carry, preferably <10–15% of body weight |
Inspect what is to be packed to make sure everything is needed, and pack properly |
Lift backpack correctly with bent knees and facing backpack when picking it up |
Learn to adjust backpack straps so it rests properly on the back, not below the waist |
Search for updates on backpack safety from internet sites and your family doctor |