RSI Awareness Day: Feb 28, 2017
What is a Repetitive Strain Injury?
Workplace pains and strains are also known as musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI), Cumulative Trauma Disorder (CTD) and Repetitive Motion Injury (RMI). These types of injuries affect the muscles, tendons, ligaments and nerves. (Ontario Ministry of Labour)
MSDs account for:
- 43% of all lost-time claims
- 43% of all lost-time claim costs
- 46% of all lost-time days
MSD Warning Signs:
- Workers making their own modifications to tools or workstations.
- Workers wearing splints or supports.
- Workers massaging muscles or joints or shaking their limbs.
- Workers commenting about or reporting pain, discomfort, or fatigue.
- Workers avoiding a certain task or job because it hurts them.
Source: Ontario Ministry of Labour
Possible Solutions:
- Lunch & Learn sessions focused on problem areas and ergonomics education
- Regular, scheduled stretch breaks for employees, or a full on stretch break program
- ErgoBlitz – an easy to use online tool that helps your employees set up their workstations correctly! Screen out those individuals who really need the one-on-one support by data driven results helping your organization make the best proactive decisions with your employees in mind. Backed by Registered Kinesiologists that support you and your team with ergonomic-related concerns.
Contact us today to learn more about how Apex can support your ergonomic needs and keep your employees at work, by reducing risks of workplace pains and strains.