In this episode, host Randy Goruk explores ‘workplace injury prevention’ with Dr. Jeff Staheli. Having personally experienced a workplace injury, then practicing in the field of rehabilitation for several years, Dr. Staheli has transitioned to the very important side of injury prevention.
Today he trains and educates companies in various industries on how to keep their employees from being hurt at work. He will interactively train you and your team to properly lift, turn, bend, sit and move in any direction.
In this episode you will learn:
- What musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are and their impact on workplace safety.
- Common MSD risks in different work environments.
- Proper training versus passive training.
- The importance of shifting from a reactive to a proactive approach to injury prevention.
- How to create an effective MSD training program that is interactive and job specific.
- The role of supervisors in identifying and mitigating workplace injury risks.
- The significant financial costs associated with workplace injuries.
- Strategies for creating a safety culture that encourages reporting and prevention.
- The value of ergonomic equipment and proper training in reducing workplace injuries.
- Practical steps companies can take to start addressing MSD prevention.
- The potential return on investment for implementing comprehensive injury prevention programs.
Don’t let your people get hurt, and don’t ignore the signs of life-long pain and suffering.
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