Ergonomics in America’s Safest Company

At Walbridge Aldinger Co. (WAC) sprains and strains had seriously affected productivity, attendance, staff retention and workers' compensation costs. However sprains and strains were reduced dramatically to the point where such injuries are now a rare occurrence. To accomplish this consultants conducted on-site observations and identified ergonomic hazards and to suggest specific countermeasures, including pre-stretching sessions under the guidance of safety professionals. Depending on the type ...