Every Friday we pass on a few health and safety resources we enjoyed throughout the week in a “Best of the Week” post.
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Health & Safety Links
Occupational Injuries Among Low-Wage Workers Pack a Big Economic Punch
EHS Today
Working Americans who earn low wages are at a greater risk of facing additional financial struggles if they become injured or sick on the job, according to a policy brief from the George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services …
ROI of Employee Safety Programs Depends on a Balanced Attack
Knowledge at Work
As I travel and speak on injury-reduction and cost-containment measures in corporate and industrial settings, the conversation often turns to return on investment (ROI) …
3 Tips to Relieve Joint Pain
NIFS Fitness
Joint pain is a very common problem, and keeping fit is one of the best ways to find reliable relief. For many of us, limiting activity might seem to make sense when a joint is achy. However, inactivity can make matters worse. In fact, inactivity is a leading cause of joint pain, causing weakness in muscles and bones that can lead to injuries and joint disorders like osteoarthritis …
From the Ergonomics Plus blog
From the Ergonomics Plus blog this week:
- A Practical Guide to Making Cost-Effective Ergonomic Improvements
- New & Improved: The Ultimate Guide to MSD Prevention (2013 Edition)
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