Injury prevention is not just for athletes

While you tune in to watch sports, consider: The arena is not that different from a workplace.

Check out our series of five short videos above on key areas of injury prevention and what we can learn from the world’s best athletes.

The videos include tips from SAIF safety management consultants, as well as from SAIF policyholder Gallagher Fitness Resources in Salem. Read more about Gallagher Fitness Resources.  

Interested in more information? SAIF has resources to prevent injuries in any workplace:

• Prevent repetitive motion injuries: Whether you’re on the water or at your job, follow these tips:
  • Be sure to stop working if you experience any discomfort
  • Set a reasonable pace to complete your task
  • Schedule breaks throughout the day
  • Rotate jobs with your co-workers
  • Find more tips on saif.com
• Proper lifting techniques: Whether you’re lifting weights or lifting boxes, follow these tips:
  • Make sure you warm up by stretching lightly
  • Use good form—avoid bending the back or twisting
  • Lift steadily
  • Ask a co-worker for help or use equipment
  • Find more tips at saif.com/ergo
• Hydration: Whether you’re running a race or on the job, follow these tips:
  • Staying hydrated helps with good energy and efficient and consistent performance
  • Hydration helps with recovery
  • It allows you to maintain a consistent body temperature
  • Find more tips at saif.com/hydration
• Fall protection: Whether you’re climbing a wall or up high on a job, follow these tips:
  • Inspect fall protection before each use
  • Ensure it’s fitted properly
  • Check to see if it’s installed per the manufacturer’s instructions
  • Find more tips at saif.com/falls
• Personal protective equipment: Whether you’re facing an opponent or on the job site, follow these tips:
  • Make sure you know when to use it and how to use it properly
  • Inspect it regularly
  • Replace it when needed
  • Find more tips at saif.com/PPE

Find additional tips, including additional free safety resources, at saif.com/safetyandhealth.