OSHA considers back injuries to be the nation’s number one workplace safety problem. More than one million workers suffer back injuries each year. That accounts for 20% of all workplace injuries or illnesses. One fourth of all compensation claims involve back injuries and costs employers billions of dollars. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, back injuries are the second most common reason for doctor visits among U.S. citizens.
Avoiding Workplace Violence: An Organizational Effort
This article suggests guidelines for the development of an effective workplace violence prevention program. These guidelines are advisory in nature,
