Work-related injuries can occur in a variety of ways, the most common being:

• Lifting, pushing or pulling an object.
• Hitting or being hit or cut by an object.
• Repetitive movement
• Slip and/or fall
• Vehicle accident
• Exposure to mental stress

 
The most common injuries that are caused from these accidents include:

• Neck, back and lower limb injuries
• Head injuries
• Fractures, repetitive strains and sprains
• Chemical and asbestos exposure
• Industrial deafness
• Psychological injuries

 
Whilst some “acts of God” injuries cannot be prevented, let alone predicted, we will help you prevent most of these through the application of simple, inexpensive and proven strategies.

Regular worksite audits, risks control and training of employees and supervisors generally results in a safer, happier and more productive workplace. This means avoiding legal prosecutions and very severe penalties ranging from $273,006 for an individual (manager/employer) and $1,365,030 for corporations. In addition, most State legislations provide for jail sentences for reckless endangerment. This is defined as where a person ‘recklessly engages in conduct that places or may place another person who is at a workplace in danger of serious injury’. Where this can be proven, the offence is punishable by up to the maximum fine listed above, and/or five years’ imprisonment for individuals.

EWS builds a safety system that aligns perfectly to your operational and financial needs. From the ground up and with minimal input from supervisors, managers and experienced employees, you will have a state of the art safety system that will meet all legislative requirements, prevent injuries and save you money in annual insurance premiums.