Stay Safe at Work
The Basics
Work can put a lot of wear and tear on your body. Back injuries are the most common type of workplace injury.
Make simple changes to prevent injuries and stay healthy:
- Lift things safely.
- Arrange your equipment to fit your body.
- Take short breaks and stretch your muscles.
- Eat healthy and stay active.
- Get enough sleep.
Why do I need to take steps to prevent injuries at work?
You can injure your back, shoulders, or neck if you lift or carry heavy objects. You are more likely to get injured if you twist your body when you lift heavy things.
You can hurt yourself at work when you do the same activity over and over again, like typing or working on an assembly line. This type of injury is called a repetitive motion injury. More and more workers are getting repetitive motion injuries.
Take Action!
Prevent repetitive motion injuries.
Sit and stand up straight while you work. Arrange your equipment to fit your body.
Talk with your boss or employer about how to make sure your equipment fits your body.
Take short breaks.
Give your muscles a rest. Take short breaks often and stretch your muscles. Try these stretches at work.
Get enough sleep.
Getting a good night’s sleep every night is important for performing well at work. When you are well rested, you are more likely to make good decisions and avoid getting hurt.
Stay healthy.
A healthy body helps protect you from injuries on the job. To stay in shape, eat healthy and get active.
Aim for 2 hours and 30 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity, like walking fast or raking leaves. Do strengthening activities, like sit-ups or push-ups, 2 days a week.
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Content last updated on: September 27, 2012