A tradie is involved in one out of every five serious industrial injuries in Australia. This may not come as a surprise given the physical stress that tradies face; yet it is still something that needs to be addressed.
Many on-the-job injuries can be avoided if proper precautions are taken. By examining safety processes, training employers and employees, assisting employers in returning to work, and putting in place the best safety measures, serious injuries can be avoided.
Body stress is the leading source of these illnesses, with sprains and strains and musculoskeletal problems being the most common among tradies.
Construction employees claim 34% of workers’ compensation in the business, with muscular tension accounting for half of these claims. Tradies also have the greatest rate of early retirement among professional workers, with between 35 and 50 percent departing before the age of 60. All of these factors add up to a total annual cost of $20.9 billion for the United States.
Here are some pointers to keep in mind at the job to ensure your safety:
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If you’ve been hurt or are having muscle problems, see a professional as soon as possible.
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Create a return-to-work programme to encourage wounded employees to return to work.
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Create a supportive workplace culture; studies show that employees who perceive a strong people-oriented culture are nearly twice as likely to return to work.
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Regularly assess and educate workers on safety practises.
What can I claim for if I’ve been injured at work?
When you need help covering costs like time off work, medical bills, and bills for carers, you can apply for compensation.
To add to this possibility, if you believe that your employer’s negligence contributed to your working accident or illness, you may be able to bring an action under common law for negligence.
It is normally necessary to consult a workers’ compensation lawyer, and the compensation can include things like pain and suffering, lost wages, economic loss, future wages or costs, and medical, pharmaceutical, and caring service charges, among other things (including any hours family and friends spend caring for you).
What is the most common work injury in Australia?
Lower back discomfort is the leading cause of time off work for the 25% of workers aged 18-44 who use at least 10 sick days each year.
Those working in the agricultural industry and doing other physical labour are the most afflicted, although office workers are also susceptible to lower back pain (bad posture and bad office seating are often to blame).
Nearly 80% of Australians will suffer from back pain at some point in their life, so it’s critical to be aware of the risk and implement tactics at work to reduce it. There are a few things to bear in mind:
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Move around during breaks by stretching or taking a walk
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Make sure repetitious work is evenly distributed
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Make sure you’ve set up your desk correctly and that your natural posture is correct
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Exercise frequently outside of work Your lower back may be strained as a result of extra weight.
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Because smoking reduces the flow of nutrient-rich blood to the spinal discs, smokers are more likely to have back discomfort.
Fractures, bruising, and musculoskeletal disorders from slips and falls, weariness from extended work hours, and eye strain from computer screens are all typical workplace accidents.
Carter Capner Law represents employees in a wide spectrum of workplace accident insurance and compensation claims. Our Brisbane Work Injury Lawyers can examine your case for free and help you get the settlement or compensation you deserve.
