The Financial Cost of Workplace Injuries

 


 

A growing emphasis on speed, coupled with high volumes of inexperienced workers in physically demanding, repetitive roles presents direct & indirect financial risk

 

Worker's Compensation1

Frequent but minor injuries impact worker’s compensation insurance premiums more severely than large one-off catastrophes.

Products with the below features all help reduce user strain:

1. Adjustable handle heights

2. Motorized assistance

3. Load stability

4. Ergonomic handles

Missed Work2

Average 67 days missed per workplace injury4. Worker's compensation insurance will cover the cost of lost wages for workers if they suffer a work-related illness or injury.

Mop weight, mopping angles, wringing, and lifting/dumping mop buckets are key steps in the mopping process that cause user strain.  

Turnover3

60% of turnover happens in the first 90 days, with physical strain the most cited driver. Shortages increase demands on tenured staff & require on the job learning for new hires.

The Financial Cost of Workplace Injuries

 


 

A growing emphasis on speed, coupled with high volumes of inexperienced workers in physically demanding, repetitive roles presents direct & indirect financial risk

 

Ergonomic Product Solutions

Complete More Work With Less Physical Strain

Top 3 Tasks Most Frequently Associated with Injury are5:

  • Pushing Heavy Carts
  • Waste Collection & Transportation
  • Wet Mopping
   

 

 

Motorized Trucks & Carts

  • Battery-powered kit virtually eliminates the need for manual force
  • Reduces strain experienced by users when pushing heavy loads up to 1,000 lbs.  
  • Substituting manual power for battery power helps regain time lost over the course of a shift due to cumulative fatigue 

Wheeled BRUTE

  • Move loads 5X easier* to improve productivity & reduce injury risk 
  • Innovative venting channels make lifting out liners up to 50% easier
  • Ergonomic handle is designed to require less force when moving heavy loads up to 250 lbs. 
  • Handle design enables users to maintain proper back posture 

Adaptable Flat Mop

  • 70% lighter than standard string mops when fully saturated**
  • >7% more absorbent than standard string mops when used wet, helping floors to dry up to 4X faster**
  • Removes 99.7% of tested viruses & bacteria even with water alone 
  • Compatible with existing WaveBrake which reduces splashing by up to 80% with insert

Ergonomic Products by Category

Material Handling Solutions

Cleaning Solutions

Trash & Recycling

Motorized Kit for 30 x 60 Platform Truck

Motorized Kit for 30 x 60 Platform Truck

The Platform Truck Motorized Kit is ideal for users who want the benefits of using motorized power for moving heavy loads and reducing user strain.

Motorized Rotomolded Tilt Truck, 1/2 Cubic Yard, Black

Motorized Rotomolded Tilt Truck, 1/2 Cubic Yard, Black

The Motorized Rotomolded Tilt Truck is ideal for users who want the benefits of using cordless motorized power for moving heavy loads and reducing user strain.

BRUTE 4-Shelf Heavy-Duty Ergo Utility Cart, 700 lb. Capacity, Black

BRUTE 4-Shelf Heavy-Duty Ergo Utility Cart, 700 lb. Capacity, Black

The BRUTE 4-Shelf Heavy-Duty Ergo Utility Cart provides 2X the storage capacity* to help move more materials efficiently throughout a facility.

BRUTE Heavy-Duty Ergo Handle Utility Cart, Lipped Shelf, Medium, 500 lb. Capacity - Black

BRUTE Heavy-Duty Ergo Handle Utility Cart, Lipped Shelf, Medium, 500 lb. Capacity - Black

The BRUTE Heavy-Duty Utility Cart with Lipped Shelf transports materials, supplies, and heavy loads securely with up to 500 lbs. load capacity. The lipped shelves prevents items from falling off the cart and features an integrated V-notch to hold pipe and conduit securely for safe cutting.

BRUTE Heavy-Duty Ergo Handle Utility Cart, Lipped Shelf, Large, 750 lb. Capacity - Black

BRUTE Heavy-Duty Ergo Handle Utility Cart, Lipped Shelf, Large, 750 lb. Capacity - Black

The BRUTE Heavy-Duty Utility Cart with Lipped Shelf transports materials, supplies, and heavy loads securely with up to 750 lbs. load capacity. The lipped shelves prevents items from falling off the cart and features an integrated V-notch to hold pipe and conduit securely for safe cutting.

Executive Series Service Cart, 300 lb. Capacity, Black

Executive Series Service Cart, 300 lb. Capacity, Black

Executive Service Cart is an elegant and versatile solution for back- and front-of-house tasks.

Motorized Kit for Housekeeping Carts

Motorized Kit for Housekeeping Carts

The Motorized Kit for Housekeeping Carts is the ideal choice for users who want the benefits of cordless motorized power to reduce user strain when moving heavy housekeeping loads.

Adaptable Flat Mop Kit Designed for WaveBrake®

Adaptable Flat Mop Kit Designed for WaveBrake®

The Adaptable Flat Mop Kit is made for ergonomic microfiber mopping in large spaces using your existing WaveBrake® Mop Bucket.

WaveBrake® 44 QT Side Press Bucket and Wringer, Drain, Yellow

WaveBrake® 44 QT Side Press Bucket and Wringer, Drain, Yellow

With features that surpass traditional mop buckets, the new generation of WaveBrake® helps to clean floors with less effort to get the job done safer, without sacrificing quality and durability.

HYGEN™ PULSE™ Microfiber Mop Kit, Single Sided, Yellow

HYGEN™ PULSE™ Microfiber Mop Kit, Single Sided, Yellow

HYGEN™ PULSE Spray Mop provides Healthcare facilities with an ergonomic, bucket-less mopping system to help cover more square feet in less time than traditional systems.

HYGEN™ 48" — 72" Quick Connect Ergo Handle, Yellow

HYGEN™ 48" — 72" Quick Connect Ergo Handle, Yellow

HYGEN™ Quick-Connect Ergo Handle features an ergonomic-bend style that adjusts to meet your needs. The unique connection mechanism allows for easy, time-saving tool exchange.

HYGEN™ Flexi Frame

HYGEN™ Flexi Frame

HYGEN™ Microfiber Flexi-Frame conforms to curved surfaces for better pickup of dirt and debris, allowing users to clean faster and more effectively.

Vented Wheeled BRUTE® Container, 44 Gal Gray

Vented Wheeled BRUTE® Container, 44 Gal Gray

Made to move, built to last. Wheeled BRUTE® Containers allow you to move loads 5X easier* even over rough terrains to improve productivity and reduce the risk of injury.

Refine 16 Gal Half Round Stainless Steel

Refine 16 Gal Half Round Stainless Steel

Featuring a classic design and fingerprint-resistant stainless steel, the Refine waste container fits seamlessly into any commercial space for a discreet look that enhances the overall environment.

Vented Slim Jim® 23 Gal Gray

Vented Slim Jim® 23 Gal Gray

The Rubbermaid Commercial Slim Jim® containers with venting channels offer uncompromised performance in constrained spaces.

Rollout Container 32 Gal  Blue

Rollout Container 32 Gal Blue

Easy mobility for material handling, general refuse, and bulk waste collection.

Vented BRUTE® 32 Gal Gray

Vented BRUTE® 32 Gal Gray

Innovative venting channels make lifting out liners up to 50% easier, improving productivity and reducing the risk of injury.

BRUTE® Quiet Dolly Black

BRUTE® Quiet Dolly Black

The Rubbermaid Commercial BRUTE® Dolly provides easy mobility and maneuverability when collecting and transporting heavy loads.

Ergonomic Resources

HD Utility Cart Sizzle Video
HD Utility Cart Sizzle Video
Adaptable Flat Mop Time Study
Adaptable Flat Mop Time Study
WaveBrake® Bucket and Wringer Ergonomic Impact
WaveBrake® Bucket and Wringer Ergonomic Impact
Motorized Tilt and Platform Truck Sell Sheet
Motorized Tilt and Platform Truck Sell Sheet

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2 https://injuryfacts.nsc.org/work/industry-incidence-rates/industry-profiles/ |  3 https://www.sdcexec.com/safety-security/worker-safety/article/22314759/strongarm-technologies-the-warehouse-injury-epidemic-using-data-to-diagnose-the-problem | https://www.travelers.com/resources/business-industries/wholesalers-distributors/employee-injury-trends-in-wholesale-distribution | 5
Mieke Koehoorn , Aleck Ostry , Shahadut Hossain & Judy Village (2011) Injury risk associated with physical demands and school environment characteristics among a cohort of custodial workers, Ergonomics, 54:8, 767-775, DOI: 10.1080/00140139.2011.592603 |