There are many reasons employees miss work but not all accidents and injuries are equal. Some accidents or injuries allow a worker to return to work or light duty almost immediately while others may require extensive time away from work. A great deal is determined by the type of injury or accident sustained.
Of all the people whose injuries related to chemical burns, only 8% were absent from work longer than 30 days, however, of the people who suffered amputations, 39.6% were out of work for 31 days or longer. People who suffered fractures averaged 27 days of missed time from their job, as was the case in people with Carpal tunnel syndrome.
37.4% of the people who experienced back injuries remained out of work for more than 30 days, while the people having some type of head injury were typically out of work less than 2 days. Since back pain is a leading cause of missed work and claims in the construction industry, it is a good idea to learn how to reduce or prevent back problems from every taking place. Speak to your WCCOP representative today to learn more on worksite safety, workers company and other insurance needs.
