Ergonomics and the new President

For all you business owners, Corporate Safety and Health personnel there may be a lot in store with a new administration.  Workplace ergonomics could  be back in the news, especially if Senator Obama is elected.  Remember back to 2001?

In 2001 during the last months of the Clinton Presidency an ergonomics regulation was issued by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).   This regulation was going to require business to have plans to reduce job site ergonomic issues.  Those primarily being repetitive stress injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome, and back injuries.

The new Republican Congress and President put this aside. A new Democratic President could put these regulations back on the table.  Business lobbyists put the cost at a minimum of $100 million.  The new Republican Congress and Presidents  stance was that the cost out weights the benefits.  It will be interesting to see how this plays out if a new party is in control.  

Whatever happens in the next election we hope business looks out for their workers.  From what we see most people do care about taking care of their workers and workplace safety.  The cost of being proactive is always cheaper than an injury and the subsequent time off from work, insurance claims, and worker morale.  

If you would like to further pursue ergonomics for your workers visit us at www.ergonomicpartners.com  , or drop a note at sales@ergonomicpartners.com