Whether you work outdoors or spend your workday inside an office there
are hazards to every job, from repetitive injuries that cause long-term
neck and back pain to more serious incidents that involve broken bones
and illness. Staying healthy and safe at work is important. And although
accidents aren’t planned, you can reduce your risk by following
these workplace safety tips from CVMC Director of
Occupational Health, Jane Huitt, RN, BSN, COCH:
- Understand the risks by educating yourself about the specific hazards of
your job or at your workplace
- Wear protective clothing and equipment to protect your skin, ears and eyes
- Eat healthy meals and snacks and stay hydrated
- Take short breaks throughout the day to help lower stress and strain on
the eyes and muscles
CVMC Occupational Health offers a wide array of services with Occupational Medicine certified providers
that treat and manage care of work related injuries. our focus is on returning
employees to work in the safest, quickest, most efficient way possible.
For more information, please call 828.326.3230.