High body-stressing injuries (29%) and slip, trip, and fall injuries (35%) in the U.S. warehouse and distribution center industry, causing extended 11-week recovery periods, impacting productivity and escalating costs.
Employ wearable technology and data analysis to comprehend physical demands of warehouse workers, seeking opportunities to decrease injury risks.
Achieved a substantial 46% reduction in workload injuries by eliminating cages and adjusting item positions.
Monitored selected warehouse workers for five weeks, utilizing work task assessments and movement coaching. The study encompassed 43 reports from 12 workers in five locations.
Identified repetitive back strain during item picking in caged sections. Removal of cages and item repositioning led to a 46% reduction in strain.
Leveraging wearable technology and data analysis can significantly enhance safety in warehouse and distribution centres, reducing injuries and associated costs.
Last updated: October 4, 2023