by Society Insurance Risk Management | Jan 27, 2016 | Risk Management, Small Business, Society Insurance, Supermarkets & Grocery Stores, Workers Compensation
In 2014, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that for all workers there were 365,580 cases of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), such as sprains or strains resulting from overexertion in lifting. Workers who sustained an MSD required a median of 13 days to...
by Society Insurance Team | Dec 4, 2013 | Food & Beverage Producers, Restaurants & Bars, Risk Management, Small Business, Society Insurance, Supermarkets & Grocery Stores, Uncategorized, Workers Compensation
Meat slicers are an essential tool for any deli, grocery store or supermarket, as well as many restaurants, allowing for precisely sliced and sized meats and cheeses. Used incorrectly and without caution, however, they can seriously injure employees. A study over a...
by Society Insurance Team | Nov 13, 2013 | Convenience Stores & Gas Stations, Risk Management, Small Business, Society Insurance, Supermarkets & Grocery Stores, Uncategorized
One of the greatest risks grocery and convenience stores face is oftentimes right under your feet: slippery floors. In a study conducted by the National Safety Council over 8 million annual emergency hospital visits result from slips and falls. According to the U.S....
by Society Insurance Team | Sep 25, 2013 | Risk Management, Society Insurance, Supermarkets & Grocery Stores, Workers Compensation
Deli, grocery and restaurant workers regularly wield knives and other sharp machinery to slice and serve food to customers. This puts them at an elevated risk for cuts and other dangers. In 2009 alone, supermarket and grocery store workers suffered 4,540 injuries from...