Reducing Overexertion Injuries

Overexertion injuries cost Ohio employers nearly $134 million and accounted for almost 24% of accepted claims at the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) in 2019. The agency can help employers develop an in-house ergonomics team to address problem jobs. Reach out to a BWC safety consultant or call 1-800-644-6292. 10/28/2021