Can Athletic Trainers in the Workplace Reduce Injuries and Associated Costs?
The expertise of athletic trainers in musculoskeletal injuries and prevention make them a strategic choice for occupational safety and health teams. With OSHA statistics indicating that 40 percent of total work-related injuries and illnesses are strains and tears, and an additional 29 percent are related to musculoskeletal disorders, leading companies are turning to athletic trainers as the solution.

Workplace Ergonomics Program Prevents Musculoskeletal Discomfort, Injury
Researchers surveyed more than 200 employees relocating to a new facility with a proactive program that included ergonomic workstations, group training and one-on-one consultations. All participants provided an opinion on how the new program compared with their former workplace which did not provide ergonomic equipment or routine assessments. According to study results, employees reported significantly less musculoskeletal and visual discomfort after relocation, as well as higher levels of job satisfaction and happiness. Employees also said the ergonomics program would enhance company retention and recruitment.

Ergonomics Awareness Education for Employees and Supervisors (PPT File Download) 
This PowerPoint deck from the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries is a useful reference for your next ergonomics awareness training for employees and supervisors.

100 Winter Safety Resources 
Yes, winter is coming … check out this list of winter safety resources (checklists, posters, tool box talks, and more) on the Safety Awakenings website.

Workplace Ergonomics Quiz — How much do you know about Ergonomics at Work?
How much do you know about ergonomics? Test yourself on how much you know about workplace ergonomics and how you can use this knowledge to establish and maintain a sustainable ergonomics process at your facility.