Seleccting backpacks
Step 1: Choose Right.
Choosing the right size backpack is the most important stepto safe backpack use.
Step 2: Pack Right.
The maximum weight of the loaded backpack should not exceed15 % of your body weight, so pack only what is needed.
Tip: If the backpack forces the wearer to move forward tocarry, it’s overloaded.
Step 3: Lift Right.
Face the Pack -Bend at the Knees - Use both hands and checkthe weight of the pack. - Lift with the legs - Apply one shoulder strap andthen the other.
Tip: Don’t sling the backpack onto one shoulder.
Step 4: Wear Right.
Use both shoulder straps - snug, but not too tight.
Tip: When the backpack has a waist strap - use it.
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Actually, I prefer the over the shoulder satchel, or‘man’s purse’ technique. But if I am carrying a backpack, Idefinately use both of the shoulder straps. That’s a definite must forthe style. One strap is not cool - that’s high school. I have a backpackand I have a laptop case, which is a satchel. I carry it to most of my classeswhich are in one building. If I don’t want to carry my laptop thenI’ll carry my backpack - it’s easier to have two bags.”
Billy Van Elk,
Junior
Backpacks with computer compartment
These backpacks actually have a computer sleeve built in tothe pack to protect and secure the laptop. There is also a main compartment forbooks. Some other features may or may not include organizer pockets to hold pens,keys, cell phones and other small items. There also might be a pocket for awater bottle.
Regular backpacks:
Most backpacks have a large main compartment for carryingbooks. Some special features may include a CD/MP3 player internal pocket with aport capable for the headphone cable. Most backpacks also include an organizer,padded backs for comfort and support and padded shoulder straps.
Rolling backpack
The rolling backpack has a retractable handle system whichenables the user to pull from behind rather than carrying the bag on his or herback. In-line skate wheels allow for the bag to be pulled easily acrossdifferent services. The bags can also be carried manually and feature most ofthe same characteristics of a regular backpack.
The one-shoulder backpack
Also known as the latest trend in book bags, theone-shoulder backpack contains a main compartment, but may be slanted due tothe shape of the bag’s angle. The bag has an adjustable hook-and-looppadded shoulder strap. Most contain cell phone pockets on the breast strap andPVC slot pockets for IDs.
The messenger bag:
Often noted as the “college student’s”book bag, the messenger bag often has two main compartments, but can be limitedto one. The bag also has an adjustable shoulder strap for comfort.
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