Infographic: Workplace Injuries By The Numbers

Nearly 13,000 American workers are injured each day. See how the numbers stack up in this infographic by the National Safety Council.

Apr 11th, 2018
Mnet 176531 Injury Feature

Nearly 13,000 American workers are injured each day, according to the National Safety Council. These numbers are staggering, and the worst part is that each one is preventable. Taking preventative action can spare workers needless pain and suffering.

Mnet 176551 Infographic Injuries Bythe Numbers
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