WATCH YOUR BACK!!
Musculoskeletal disorders are the largest health issue facing workers today according to the National Occupational Research Agenda. Approximately 80% of the population will experience at least one episode of back pain in their lifetime.
The Facts:
50% of Worker’s Compensation Claims are Neck/Back related Back injuries are 2nd to the cold/flu as a cause for missed time from work The number of days missed from work due to short-term disability claims in this province, are 2 times higher than the national average An average of 40.4 days are lost / claim due to back injuries at an estimated cost of $6,017 for each claim excluding health care & rehabilitation costs. North American employers spend in excess of $30 billion on costs associated with musculoskeletal injuries. Given the occurrence and significant costs associated with back injury, it is in an employer's best interest to foster an environment in which employees have the opportunity to acquire the necessary skills to develop a resilient back.
The Benefits of Watch Your Back!! Injury Prevention Workshop:
Raise awareness regarding personal back health at work and at home Enable Employers to reduce employees loss of time and production due to unnecessary back/neck injury Provide practical information and techniques on how to prevent back injury Provide practical information and techniques on how to accelerate Early and Safe Return to Work Understand how the back works and understand why lifting or performing any physical task using correct body mechanics is so important Learn proper spine posture, contributing factors to disc / joint / nerve & muscle injuries, exercise hints and proper lifting techniques.
Registration
To register or learn more about our upcoming sessions, please contact a ProActive Solutions Inc.representative via phone 709-364-8706 fax: 709-364-8373 or emailing ohs@proactiveesolutions.com.