800-AQJ-01-IGOT | PRINTED SEPT 2019
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WSIB Enterprise Information Warehouse as of June 2019
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S M A L L B U S I N E S S S A F E T Y S O L U T I O N S
752
RETAIL
WORKERS
WORKERS MOST
AFFECTED IN
SMALL BUSINESS
Retail Salespersons
Retail Trade Managers
Retail Trade Supervisors
Overexertion from Lifting
HAZARD
FIX
Struck by Something or
Struck Against Something
Inspect the condition of storage shelves and racks
Keep aisles and walking spaces clear for work
and movement
Ensure proper storage of items when not in use;
do not overload shelves
Provide proper training and supervision for workers
Make loads smaller
Use a cart or dolly
Avoid awkward postures when lifting
Whenever possible ask for help
In ONTARIO Small Businesses Lost Time Due to Injury
THAT'S ENOUGH TO STAFF
27
CLOTHING
STORES1
SAFETY
IN
THE
Carrying Shelving Stationary Objects Twisting
Last Year
