Happy workers mean fewer injuries

Article Abstract:

A three-year research project studied the relationship between workers' satisfaction and compensation claims for work-related injury. Using a randomly selected sample of 1,200 manufacturing companies, the study found that work-related injury measures, which included days lost, total medical benefits paid and total disability benefits paid, decreased as worker satisfaction rose. It also revealed that injury costs could be reduced by implementing a management training program aimed at improving worker satisfaction. There was also evidence that increased worker perception of company efforts to this effect results in injury reduction.

Cover Story, Job satisfaction

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Researchers explore problems, find solutions

Article Abstract:

US and European organizations conduct studies on ergonomic problems in construction and seek solutions to such problems. Findings from Sweden and other European countries show that a 3-foot wide drywall is easier to carry and that many concrete-reinforcement workers' health is jeopardized by difficult work postures. An inflatable neck pillow is recommended for reducing stress on the neck from constant overhead work.

Safety and security measures, Ergonomics, Construction workers

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Ergonomics job analysis made easy: follow these steps to find solutions for repetitive-motion injuries

Article Abstract:

Businesses need to ensure that workers do not suffer repetitive-motion injuries if they are to avoid rising medical costs. If changing the workplace does not work, then an ergonomic job analysis may be needed to see if changes in how jobs are performed are required. An analysis could be caputered on videotape, resulting in identification of areas of concern, making recommendations and implementing any action.

Prevention, Overuse injuries, Repetition strain injury

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