Backpack Safety Awareness Backpack Safety for Adults and Children Safe backpack use tip #1: Choose Right: Safe Backpacks: Choosing the correct size backpack is the most important step to safe backpack use. Tip: Bring a friend to help you measure your backpack properly. Safe backpack use tip #2: Pack Right: The maximum weight of the loaded backpack should not exceed 15% of your body weight, so pack only what is needed. Tip: If the backpack forces the wearer to bend forward [...]