- Ergonomics Department: Cornell University
The problem:
Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI) can significantly impact your company and slowly eat at your bottom line. These aren’t just numbers on a screen; these affect you and your company.
Canada
1. 2.3 million Canadians reported RSI symptoms within 1 year that resulted in activity limitations. -Statistics Canada Health Reports, 2003
2. $1.3 - $2.0 billion dollars are spent on RSIs per year in Canada. -Alberta Employment, Immigration & Industry
Alberta
3. 37,000 lost work days from RSIs in Alberta during 2005. -WCB Alberta, 2005
4. $10.5 million dollars were spent in Alberta on Workers’ compensation claims for RSIs in 2006. -WCB Alberta, 2006
The solution:
Implementing an ergonomics program that includes education, tailored assessments and use of ergonomic equipment, you could:
1. Dramatically reduce your work related injuries and maximize health. -Amick et al, 2003
2. Increase your employee productivity by 18% or more. -Amick et al, 2003
3. Significantly decrease your staff turnover. -Spilling et al, 1986
The investment:
Every $1 spent on safety, health and wellness, $3 is gained through decreased injury expenditures and increased productivity. -Alberta Employment, Immigration & Industry
Contact Evolve Ergonomics to determine how you can dramatically improve you and your company. 