retail

Retail Retail is one of the main injury industries in Saskatchewan. The top three injuries in retail occur to the hands, back and legs. Retail hand injuries can be prevented by: When using sharp objects, such as a knife, always cut away from your body Make sure the knife is sharp to avoid struggling with cutting the object Make sure the surface is flat when cutting Retail back injuries can be prevented by: Bending over at the knees to lift an object Avoid awkward posture while lifting Keep the load between your shoulders and knees Make sure boxes or other objects being stacked are stable Use of dollies, carts and machinery such as a forklift to lift heavy and large objects For more tips on Retail safety please go to, www.worksafeforlife.ca/retail. Sprains, strains and cuts Improper lifting and handling of heavy and bulky objects can lead [...]

Employers

Employers You set the tone on the job site. Talk to young workers about safety so they will be comfortable talking to you. Learn how to engage them and reduce the risks, and find great prevention tools. Construction can be a dangerous job if people don’t recognize the risks and take appropriate steps to prevent injuries from occurring. We have a number of resources available to help you prevent injuries from occurring. Working in health care is rewarding. Ironically, health care workers often get hurt while they help others heal. The most common types of injuries in the manufacturing sector occur from slips, trips & falls. In order to eliminate workplace injury, workers and employers alike must be aware of all safety rules and responsibilities. The most common types of injuries in the oil and gas industry occur from [...]