According to the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) more than 250,000 people are injured in Ontario workplaces each year.
The direct cost (WSIB premiums) of a new lost time injury (LTI) (in 2007) was, on average, $21,300, and is even much higher now.
The indirect cost of each LTI (in 2007), including rehiring, retraining, lost productivity, etc., was $85,200.
The annual figures today are even more staggering when you consider those numbers above are from 2007. These stats don’t take into consideration the cost to an employee for their suffering or how an injury impacts their family and friends.
The top 4 leading causes of injuries in the workplace are:
- Falls
- Unintentional poisoning
- Transport
- Fire/Burns
Of course, these numbers don’t include the over 40% of work-related injuries that never even get reported. No matter, the cost of a workplace injury is an economic burden.
If you would like to reduce work-related injuries and the costs related to them, reach out and ask for help for a comprehensive safety plan by calling 613-558-5385 or email us at info@auspicesafety.com