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Justifying an Investment in Ergonomics, Part 1 of 2

Glenn Demby, Esq.

May 3, 2006

Ergonomics, Safety Economics

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) such as carpal tunnel syndrome and back strains are costing U.S. and Canadian companies a fortune. They’re responsible for one-third of all workplace injuries. And this may be a conservative estimate since these injuries often go unreported. To make matters worse, MSDs are among the most expensive and complicated to treat. They [...]

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