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 |