Office & Related Services
Top 5 Most Common Injuries, Accidents and Hazards in Ontario's Office & Related Services Sub-sector
Injured Part
- Back
- Fingers / Hand
- Knee
- Ankle
Nature of Injury
- Sprains, Strains
- Crushing, Bruising
- Cuts, Lacerations
- Fractures
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Accident Type
- Overexertion
- Voluntary Motion
- Falls
- Struck Against Object
- Lifting
Injury Source
- Repetitive Motion
- Metal Items
- Floor Surface
- Boxes, Crates, Cartons
- Vehicles
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You should always tape down electrical cords if there is a possibility of someone walking over the cord. This will minimize the possibility of someone tripping. Refer to OSSA Safety Check Sheet on Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls for more information.
