people think of workplace safety

When most people think of workplace safety they don't think of the office environment. It's true - your office workers need safety training just as much as your field personnel. Such office area injuries include carpal tunnel syndrome, slips, trips and falls, improper lifting techniques, and more. To maintain a safe workplace it is imperative that focus is placed on the office workers in the same manner that resources and focus are given to your plant floor workers.

One of the most common injuries in an office environment is carpal tunnel syndrome. This injury occurs when a worker constantly utilizes their wrists. Such activities as typing, writing, and the like are the causes of carpal tunnel. How can these injuries be prevented? By providing proper training. Employees need to be instructed on the proper way to type, proper body mechanics, and proper desk ergonomics. This is best accomplished by using some form of visual aid whether its a PowerPoint presentation or a safety training video that covers all aspects of office safety.

Another common office hazard is slips and falls. Whether its a wet floor in the employee lunch room, a power cord stretched across the floor, or a storage cabinet drawer left open, many thousands of office employees are injured each year while slipping and falling. Comm