THE COSTLY IMPACT OF WORKPLACE INJURIES

Industrial workers are almost 15% more likely to be injured or get sick at work.

of occupational injuries and illnesses result in missed work days.

Occupational injuries and illnesses cost $170 billion per year.

Companies who implement effective safety and health programs can expect to see their injury and illness rates reduced by 20% or more.

HOW VISUAL AIDS CAN IMPROVE WORKPLACE SAFETY

For every dollar invested in a safety program, companies can expect a return of $4 to $6.

In one case study, using visual aids reduced OSHA recordable injuries from 4 to 5 per month to just one.

Properly designed safety labels and safety visuals can reduce accidents dramatically.

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In 2011 alone, there were more than

3.6 MILLION workplace injuries

& 4,600 WORKERSwere killed on the job.

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ABC'S OF WORKPLACE SAFETY:

ATTENTION BEHAVIOR CONTROL

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There is a GROWING IMPORTANCE for companies to use visually rich materials which...

Keep the eyes busy Keep the brain more alert

Keep the brain active to learn information

Employee injuries accounting for 6-9% of project costs can be reduced to 2.5% with a well implemented safety program.

83% of human learning occurs VISUALLY

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Infographic published by Magnatag Visible Systems® based on the following studies:

Having access to accident injury information in your workplace can be extremely valuable in promoting safety awareness.

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The human form grabs people's attention and makes safety personal.

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SAFETYCROSS® Having employees take ownership and record daily safety information is a culture changing safety process. SFC

VISUAL AIDSCAN IMPROVE SAFETYHOW

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Safety slogans are not as effective because they are a "Wishing and Hoping Safety Campaign."