Injuries to the spinal column or back region are common, and many of these injuries are preventable. Depending on the type of business you have, using a good lifting program and educational safety system, can help protect your employees from injury.
Here are some compelling reasons to protect your employees from back injuries:
- 80% of Americans will have a back injury that requires medical attention
- Back injuries are the second most common cause of lost work time, next to the common cold
- Injured backs are often subject to re-injury
- In addition to missed work, there may be major costs accrued by your company
- Back injuries alone cost the American industry $10- 14 billion in workers compensation costs and about 100- million lost workdays annually
Source: Design to Success
Take the time to analyze your company or business and see if your safety program protects you and your employees. Proof:Positive can help you save money and create a safe environment with safety educated employees.