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Compliance Training Tip: Why Ergonomics in the Workplace Matters

Nov. 29, 2016
Organizations use technology to mitigate risk, increase efficiency, and foster collaboration. From ERP to SCM, from CRM to SRM, commercial software is now vital.

How are poor ergonomics costing you?

Injuries to the muscles and skeleton are the most common “lost time” illnesses in nearly every industry. According to the Institute of Medicine, it is estimated that the
costs associated with MSDs (compensation,lost wages and lost productivity) are between $45 and $54 billion annually.

Why care about ergonomics?

Good workplace ergonomics are important to keep your employees healthy and productive as well as reducing annual company costs. Download this white paper to learn more about ergonomics in the workplace and how they can contribute to a company's corporations.

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