Grocery industry grapples with back injuries

Article Abstract:

The highly competitive grocery industry recognizes the importance of safety programs designed to reduce back injuries and boost revenues in an otherwise typical 1% profit margin industry. Of course, the program must be supported by the whole management to be effective. Some effective preventive measures in the industry are the use of automated handling equipment and no-slip waxes, pre-employee training and physical examination, on-site training with medical experts, and proper storage. Some companies also collaborate with manufacturers in the use of lighter shipping containers or case weights.

Grocery industry, Grocery stores, Protection and preservation

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Utilities bend over backward to prevent back injuries

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Back injuries among workers are reported to be the most common and most expensive type of incident in most industries, particularly in the utilities industry. However, utilities have limited control over their employees' unpredictable work environments although they are ready to reduce workers- compensation costs. Utilities can reduce the incidence of back injuries through the elimination of hazards via re-engineering, employee involvement, supportive management and a comprehensive training program. Employers must also try appealing to their workers on a personal level to prevent injuries.

Injuries, Telecommunications equipment industry

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Recognition programs: do they pay the way to driver safety?

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Driver incentive programs can be used by companies to motivate their employees to drive safety in and out of work. However, companies should be careful in establishing such programs. They must make sure that their employees are trained in safe driving, expectations are clearly established and that some employees may respond only when the negative consequences are stated. Also, New York Times safety manager Richard Schatzel cautions that a driver incentive program should be tailored for a particular company.

Safety Management, Motor vehicle drivers, Automobile drivers, Industrial management

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