Loss Control
Repetitive Motion Injuries
Are repetitive-motion injuries a threat for your organization? Today, repetitive-motion injuries are the leading cause of absence from work in the U.S. The average claim cost in 1999 for one of these workplace injuries was $43,500.* What conditions contribute to these injuries? Static or awkward postures, repetitive activities, force, vibrations, and extreme temperatures.
*Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
An ergonomic survey from The Hartford looks for unsafe conditions and safety issues and offers ways to change them. Our professionals can review injury logs, medical records, and job descriptions; and observe your workers. Practical recommendations can minimize employee discomfort and workers' compensation claims while maximizing efficiency and output.
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