Anatomy of Slips, Trips and Falls

Slips, trips and falls (STFs) can result in dangerous (even fatal) and costly outcomes. While these types of injuries can occur in many workplaces, there are certain industries that experience a higher incidence of STF’s: Construction Food Services Healthcare Highway Maintenance Housekeeping Telecommunications In 2013, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that 25,000 STF […]

Workplace Wellness: More than just biometrics…

When you hear the term “workplace wellness program,” what comes to mind? You may think of initiatives that include wellness assessments, fitness, nutrition, weight loss, smoking cessation or proactive disease management. While these are important factors to consider when planning a workplace wellness program, there is another important aspect of wellness that employers cannot forget […]