In our previous posts this month, we’ve established that implementing an effective safety program is not a simple process. There are many angles to consider, and every organization’s needs are unique and complex. For the program to be effective, it needs to be comprehensive. If only one or two primary aspects are considered while others are neglected, the program is ultimately going to fail over time as those forgotten factors cause problems within the infrastructure – and workers are going to be injured. If mitigating equipment hazards and ensuring compliance are the only areas prioritized, other key areas like operational best practices, ergonomics, or even post-offer employee testing are going to fall by the wayside and negate any positive impact those other areas could have had. Successfully achieving this comprehensive impact requires collaboration – each different component working together to achieve the best results. At Fit For Work, this is accomplished via four interconnected departments of industry experts. Safety through collaboration The four key departments of our organization coordinate to create and seamlessly implement effective safety programs within our clients’ businesses. They are Early Intervention, Ergonomics, Employee Testing, and Compliance. Early Intervention We’ve been talking all about Early Intervention this month and its importance in preventing musculoskeletal injuries in the workplace via proactive, one-on-one interaction with your employees. Our Onsite Injury Prevention Specialists are supported by our team of Certified Professional Ergonomists (CPEs), Certified Safety Professionals (CSPs), Industrial Engineers (IEs), and Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) experts. This network is known as our Pillars of Support, which works to get ahead of workplace injuries and to foster prevention on a case-by-case basis. Ergonomics Ergonomics is another key component that also comes into play during the Early Intervention phase with the goal of setting up each employee for success in their role. It looks at equipment usage, processes, psychology, and more to make this happen. Deliverables include physical demands analyses , ergonomic risk assessments, product testing, and more. Employee Testing Our experts specialize in guiding you through post-offer testing to ensure you’re not hiring the wrong employees, coordination with your HR, medical, and legal structure to provide a better experience for your team and your job candidates. This testing process also tells your workforce you’re prioritizing their wellbeing and the act of preventing injuries at all costs, in addition to tying into the proactive nature of Early Intervention. We proudly partner with WorkSTEPS on this initiative to provide you with best-in-class methodology from an ADA/EEOC perspective as well as the largest testing network in the country. Safety Compliance We work with businesses to ensure their processes and work environment are compliant and always ready to pass an inspection in regard to the ever-evolving regulations of OSHA, the DOT, or the EPA. This focus is not only about passing inspections, but also about the greater safety of the organization. A compliant work environment is a safe and successful work environment. These departments excel in communicating and supporting one another in the spirit of creating the best overall result for your business. A comprehensive approach promotes seamless integration The coordination of these individual areas is often perceived as being so complex that it will only disrupt your existing operations. It’s critical to understand the turnkey nature of Fit For Work’s solutions and our ability customize our offering. We work to ensure the greater strategy integrates seamlessly with your organization to experience safety and success on your terms – not to entirely restructure the way you operate. That’s a large part of what makes our work so successful. Each program is unique and designed to fit the needs of your business – and no one else’s’. Contact Fit For Work today to start experiencing safety program tailored specifically to your needs, backed by the collaboration and support of our team of industry experts.
A comprehensive safety program starts with Early Intervention
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