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Setting Up an Ergonomic Workstation is Good For Your Employees’ Health!

January 15th, 2009
Author Craig Caskey in the Prevent Future Claims category

Most people are unaware that the placement of their computer monitor can affect their body’s health. Not knowing a good ergonomic way to set up a workstation can take a toll on an employee’s neck and back. Many people suffer eyestrain, back pain and headaches unnecessarily and simple things can be done to improve their health.
The first thing you should consider is [...]

Reduce Employee Stress During the Holidays

December 2nd, 2008
Author Craig Caskey in the Prevent Future Claims category

It is a pretty well known fact that the time period between Thanksgiving and New Year’s can be crazy and hectic, especially in this time of a failing economy. People are often not thinking about work and their surroundings as they normally do. Many are thinking of the holidays to come and what to do. There could even be [...]

A Stressed Employee Can Be An Expensive Employee

December 2nd, 2008
Author Cameron Nicholson in the Prevent Future Claims category

Studies show that Americans today are more stressed than ever. Experiencing and coping with high levels of stress for an extended period of time can factor into many different negative health-related outcomes such as; depression, anxiety, coronary heart disease, high blood pressure, and increased risk of injury.
High levels of stress are also related to workplace [...]

Get on the Ball and Stay on the Job

November 6th, 2008
Author Jessica Williams in the Prevent Future Claims category

Want a quick and easy tip that can help your employees stay flexible and injury free? There are many exercises that can be done during breaks at work that will complete a routine daily workout – and a number of them can be done with this simple tool called an exercise ball (aka: swiss ball).
Employees [...]

Positive Environment Helps Foster Healing!

October 28th, 2008
Author Craig Caskey in the Reduce Current Costs category

Do your employees view their glass as half-empty or half-full? Your answer may reflect their outlook on life. Does their attitude show them to be optimistic or pessimistic? Positive thinking helps with stress management and can improve their health. There have even been studies done that show the power of positive thinking and how it can affect how long, and how well, they live.
An injured worker is the [...]

Protect Your Employees and Save on Costly Work Comp Claims

June 26th, 2008
Author Craig Caskey in the Prevent Future Claims category

Making sure your employees are protected in their work environment protects you as an employer, and understanding the risks and dangers your employees are exposed to helps create a positive work environment. Your employees are your greatest assets, so educate them and provide them with the necessary equipment for the job.
Occupational health problems can occur [...]

How You Can Help Relieve the Stress of an Injury

June 12th, 2008
Author Craig Caskey in the Prevent Future Claims category

Even if you have the best safety program, there is always the potential of someone getting hurt at work. Taking care of the injury should be handled quickly and thoroughly, and treatment must be provided by the employer. But how about treating the injured workers worries and concerns?
Wellness Rooms can help provide knowledge which can [...]