What are the measures to prevent occupational accidents? Specific strategies to prevent falls and back pain in older workers.

Introducing key points for preventing workplace accidents by industry and how to implement measures without them becoming mere formalities!

Preventive measures for occupational accidents are an important management issue for all companies with on-site operations, including manufacturing, logistics, construction, and building maintenance industries. When an occupational accident occurs, it imposes a significant burden on both the on-site and management departments, including compensation for the affected employee's absence, securing replacement personnel, decreased productivity at the site, and measures to prevent recurrence. In recent years, with the increase in older workers, there has been a growing demand to address the risks of accidents due to falls and musculoskeletal disorders caused by movements. According to the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare's "Labor Accident Occurrence Status for 2024," the most common cause of injuries requiring four or more days of absence is "falls," affecting 36,378 people, followed by "reactions to movements and excessive movements," such as back pain, which affects 22,218 people. In addition to traditional safety education and environmental improvements, understanding, visualizing, and improving physical function risks will be key to preventing occupational accidents in the future. This article organizes information that practical personnel can use, ranging from basic knowledge about occupational accidents to specific preventive measures and responses for older workers. *For detailed content of the column, please refer to the related links. For more information, feel free to contact us.*

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