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Effective August 10, 2016, some employers – particularly those in high-hazard industries – will be required to submit electronic forms providing details on workplace injuries for publication on OSHA’s website. Additionally, OSHA released new guidelines regarding post-incident drug testing requirements, hoping to increase injury reporting by lowering employees’ fear of retaliation.<\/p>\n

Coincidentally, Travelers recently released data compiling the top 5 workplace injuries over the last 5 years. Those injuries include:<\/p>\n

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  1. Strains and Sprains (30%)<\/li>\n
  2. Cuts or punctures (19%)<\/li>\n
  3. Contusions (12%)<\/li>\n
  4. Inflammation (5%)<\/li>\n
  5. Fractures (5%)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Approximately 32% of the top injuries are caused by material handling, such as lifting or carrying, and 16% are caused by slips, trips, or falls. Knowing the top injuries, as well as the causes, can help organizations better train employees on how to avoid injuries. For assistance with training or OSHA compliance, please contact Employco.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Effective August 10, 2016, some employers – particularly those in high-hazard industries – will be required to submit electronic forms providing details on workplace injuries for publication on OSHA’s website. Additionally, OSHA released new guidelines regarding post-incident drug testing requirements,… <\/p>\n

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