Ergonomics

Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)

MSDs, also know as ergonomic injuries, are injuries that affect the muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, nerves, and blood vessels. They are often caused by ergonomic factors such as repetitive motions, overexertion, awkward postures,

In 2021-2022 the annualized incident rate of MSDs in the workplace was 25.3 per 10,000 full-time equivalent workers.

Also in 2020, there were 247,620 MSD injuries that were severe enough to require time away from work, with a median absence period of 14 days.

MSD injuries can be very costly to employers

• MSD account for 33% of all workers' compensations costs

• Direct costs include medical treatments

• Indirect costs such as lost production, product defects, and training new employees can cost up to five times the direct costs

• MSD cases acquire 38% more lost time days than the average injury

Costs Related to MSDs

MSDs at Work

Addressing MSD Risks

In a proactive approach to reduce the risk of MSD injuries, WenCo Safety Solutions LLC can perform ergonomic assessments of job tasks and make recommendations for improvements to lower the risk.

Improvements might include job rotation, low vibration tools, ergonomic workstations, mechanical lifting devices, ergonomic program, and training.

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