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Preventing Injuries and Keeping the General Motors Team Fit

Dianne Henderson today, thanks in part to an athletic trainer brought on by GM, has no pain and no plans to call it quits. Learn how the work-fit team helped GM here. Read more

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Understanding and Applying OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Programs

Since its creation in 1982, more businesses have chosen to implement guidelines in their sites every year. Learn the elements and guidelines to VPP’s here. Read more

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Overuse Injuries: Causes, Prevention, and Rehabilitation

Overuse injuries occur when tissues are damaged from repetitive motions over a long period of time. Learn causes, prevention, and rehabilitation techniques here. Read more

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Keeping You Working with Light Duty

When you have an injury that isn’t severe, your doctor might tell you that you can still go to work but only under light-duty work restrictions. This can be confusing for some employees, especially if your job is physical.  Read more

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The Unseen Hazards of “Low-Hazard” Industries

Work-related injuries can occur in any field, even those that are considered to be low-hazard industries. Learn how to stay safe on these supposed low-hazard jobs here. Read more

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How to Prevent & Rehab Common Sprains & Strains

Sprains and strains are among the most common work-related injuries, and don’t only occur in the manufacturing industry. Learn how to rehab & prevent them here. Read more

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Addressing Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) in the Workplace

After using power tools that vibrate, workers may begin to lose sensation in their fingertips and symptoms can creep up into their hands and arms. Learn how to avoid HAVS here. Read more

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Staying Awake on the Job: Rest, Recovery, and Your Sleep Habits

From slips, trips, and falls to industrial accidents that result in fatalities – increasing safety does not only rely on things like improved lighting, proper training, and non-slip flooring. Learn how you can stay safe with sleep here. Read more

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Tips for the Aging Workforce

An aging workforce means that certain precautions and strategies must be used to ensure safety for all employees in that category. The experts at Work-Fit provide tips on managing an aging workforce here. Read more

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Workplace Warm-ups for Physically Demanding Jobs

Just like a player preparing for practice, you’ve got to warm your body for the movements that lie ahead. Learn some warm-up stretches here for physically demanding jobs. Read more

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