The meatpacking industry has been a profitable industry since the beginning of the 20th century. Since then, many larger organizations modified operations and increased work speeds and productivity while also trimming their labour expenses. However, these tactics consolidated the industry but also created greater working hazards for employees.
Here are some precautions your business can take to protect workers from harm:
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To reduce your employees’ risk of injury and the risk of food contamination, implement the following solutions:
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Both employee injuries and contaminated products can destroy your bottom line. When employees are injured, workers’ compensation premiums increase dramatically, especially if injuries are frequent and serious.
Meanwhile, turning out products that are contaminated and can make the public ill will not only result in additional expenses for court fees and business interruption—it could also severely tarnish your reputation, leading to lower profits and reduced sales.
Download your own copy of our Risk Insights: Reduce Injuries and Contamination in Meatpacking for free so you can better understand how to protect your company and manage risks: