Common Workplace Hazards
AND HOW TO ELIMINATE THEM
endeavor. Remember that any employee driving or riding in a vehicle for work-related reasons has recourse to file a claim. Because of this, you need to make sure that all your drivers are thoroughly vetted and trained. Noise Noise-related injuries are particularly prevalent in industries like construction, manufacturing, and restaurant work. The first step in eliminating them is to attempt to remove the hazard. That won’t be possible in all cases, however, so it’s also important to provide your workers with protective devices and make it company policy to wear them at all times. For particularly noisy jobs, standard earplugs probably aren’t enough to substantially reduce the risk. Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSIs) RSIs may not warrant a hospital visit, but they can lead to decreased productivity, absences, and employee dissatisfaction. Improper lifting, limited breaks, and low-grade office equipment can all contribute to RSIs. Ergonomically friendly supplies and proper movement training can help limit them.
Having employees get injured on the job can be extremely costly. The claims process is protracted and requires time, energy, and money to resolve. That’s why it’s so surprising that many companies don’t take the time to set up preventative measures to avoid the most common workplace hazards. Now, not every injury can be prevented, but if you’re not defending against the following issues, you’re asking for trouble. Slips, Trips, and Falls According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), slips, trips, and falls account for the largest percentage of general industry accidents. There is no industry that is exempt from them, but that doesn’t mean your only recourse is to cross your fingers and hope nobody falls. Proper housekeeping, visible signage, and footwear requirements are crucial in preventing falls of all types. If you run a construction site and somebody shows up in sandals, you need to send them home. Transportation Injuries Whether you’re delivering pizzas around the corner or hauling goods across state lines, driving can be a dangerous
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