Is Your Office Hazardous To Your Health?

The personal injury law firm of Brent & Adams Associates released a list of the most common worker's comp-worth maladies:

• Repetitive stress injuries, such as carpal tunnel syndrome
• Lifting injuries
• Slip and fall injuries
• Injuries resulting from tripping on stairs or loose carpeting.
• Deep-vein thrombosis, caused by prolonged sitting.
• Strains from bending or falling out of unstable desk chairs.

Who knew that working in an office environment could be so hazardous? 

When people think of occupational safety and health needs, they picture dangers around constructions sites or factories.  However, office workers face many unique challenges to their safety and health.  As an employer you should provide your employees with training and education to improve their workplace safety and health.  Need a resource?  Look to OSHA for guidance.