The Asian region has been disproportionately affected by the significant public health issue, with 55% of this region’s deaths. Many of these deaths can be prevented through proper safety measures, training, and regulation. It is important for governments, employers, and employees in Asia to prioritize workplace safety in order to reduce the number of deaths and injuries that occur on the job.
The burden of disease attributed to these risk factors can be significant, and employers need to take steps to minimize these risks to protect the health and well-being of their workers.
WHO/ILO identified 19 Occupational Risk Factors in their report in 2016.
3rd Highest Atrributable Death
Deaths
363,283
1st Highest Attributable DALYs
DALYs
26.44 Million
Occupational injuries can result in physical and emotional suffering, loss of income and mobility, medical expenses, decreased productivity, and legal consequences. In severe cases, they can even be fatal.
Common Occupational Injuries Causes:
3rd Highest DALYs.
DALYs
12.27 Million
With neck & back pain contributing to the highest number of DALYs due to Occupational Ergonomic Factors.
Ergonomic factors in the workplace can lead to musculoskeletal disorders (WMSD), including back and neck pain, which are common causes of sick leave and disability. These factors may include:
References: https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240034945
DALY: Disability-adjusted life year
With dangers everywhere, the need for contractors, facility owners, and users to provide a safe working environment is crucial.
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70%of all reported accidents could have been avoided with proper safety precautions |
It Saves Lives
Each year, 2 million workers globally are killed in work-related incidents. Over 89.72 million injury and illness claims are also reported. These incidents result in pain and suffering, permanent disability, loss of jobs, loss of homes, family distress, and economic disaster for the affected workers and their families, as well as their employers.
It Saves Money
Injuries can have hidden costs that impact a business, such as unplanned downtime, lost time for workers, damaged equipment and products, reduced morale, and training expenses. Up to 82% of businesses have unplanned downtime and it costs them up to $260,000 per hour, according to Aberdeen Research. A serious injury can even threaten the survival of a business.
It’s The Law
Employers are required to have an Accident Prevention Program in place. If an inspector determines that a site has unsafe work or conditions, a Stop Work Order (SWO) may be issued to protect workers, residents, the public, and buildings and properties.
Maximizing Safety, Minimizing Risks, Preventing Injury
Recommended Products To Minimize Risks
Crashes and Collisions
Slips, Trips, and Falls
Overexertion and Muscle Strains
Note: As a minimum safety precaution, it is advised to always wear standard protective gear, such as a safety helmet, safety footwear, protective gloves and a high-viz vest.
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