June is recognized as National Safety Month so it's a great time to emphasize safety in the home, workplace, and community. National Safety Month is an initiative created by the National Safety Council (NSC) in 1996 to raise awareness about the importance of safety. From situational awareness of hazards in your workplace to practicing safe driving habits, there are many ways we can all make a difference when it comes to keeping ourselves and our coworkers safe. Encourage everyone to observe work conditions, act, and prioritize safety, especially during June!
The Comp Alliance will be sending out weekly notices to our members, each Monday in June, to alert you of a particular hazard that causes frequent workplace injuries. Our goal is to enlighten our members about these common exposures and encourage reducing and removing the hazards that create these injuries.
Starting on Monday, June 5, you’ll see weekly safety tips on controlling various workplace hazards.
- Monday, June 5: Safe Lifting to Avoid Back Injuries
- Monday, June 12: Get a Handle on Slips, Trips, and Falls in the Workplace
- Monday, June 19: Preventing Being Struck By Falling or Flying Objects
- Monday, June 26: Reduce Pulling/Pushing Injuries
Most, if not all, of our members’ loss experiences include the above topics. Slip, fall, and back injuries from lifting or twisting continue to be the most frequent cause of workplace injuries. Be sure to use your resources and work to eliminate hazards that cause these injuries in the workplace. Inspect for slick or uneven walking surfaces, loose or broken stair treads and handrails, and illuminate walking surfaces like parking lots and exterior stairs. Many lifting-type injuries can be avoided through proper staff training on better lifting techniques or mechanical means, such as hand trucks and push carts.
Let’s all pay close attention to safety this June to reduce injuries. We’ll monitor our progress for the month and improve conditions throughout the next six months to keep everyone safer in the workplace in 2023.
