HLG 5 Unusual Workplace Injuries
Even with proper safety measures and OSHA guidelines in place, workplace injuries still occur sometimes in very unsuspecting ways. According to the Houston Chronicles, the leading causes of injury in the workplace include negligence, hazardous materials, stress and overexertion. Exposure to hazardous materials can lead to serious injuries, including respiratory diseases and skin infection. To minimize the risk of injury and fatalities caused by hazardous materials, toxic materials and chemicals used in the workplace must be handled with protective gear and lots of care.

Overexertion in the workplace is a serious vulnerability that often causes mental and physical exhaustion. A worker in this state can easily …show more content…
Repetitive motion injuries - this form of workplace injury is usually less obvious to notice at firsts, but can be very serious in the long term. The repetitive action can be as harmless as typing on a computer keyboard for lengthy periods, however, the long term may include back pain and vision problems. Employers can minimize the risk of injury by encouraging the use of ergonomic equipments and safety training.

2. On work violent acts – acts of violence in the workplace can creep from various transgressions, including a simple disagreement among workers. In some cases these acts can lead to physical fights with devastating effects such as physical injury or damage to the workplace. To stem the violent acts, employers need to stay on the lookout for suspicious activities and ensure the staff is adequately trained.

3. Machine entanglement – the entanglements often occur in workplaces with heavy machinery and equipments. The injuries can happen machinery comes into contact or pulls a worker’s shoes, hair, fingers or clothing. One way to deal with these issues is educating employees on the need to wear protective gear when working on the