The most frequent accidents at work

The accidents at work they are more common than you might think and many people suffer some type of accident during their working life.

The most common causes accidents at work are as follows:

• The lack of protection or the poor choice or suitability of Personal protective equipment (EPIs) they are one of the most common causes of workplace accidents.
  Particular attention should be paid to the size and condition of the equipment and to its replacement by new equipment if it shows any deterioration or damage which may impair its effectiveness.
• Another major cause of accidents at work is poorly maintained spaces, slippery floors, poor lighting, inadequately sized chairs, and so on.
  It is important that the workplace is properly equipped and complies with current safety regulations.
• A large part of the accidents at work in addition, it is important to ensure that the Personal protective equipment (EPIs) are appropriate.
  Many times the workers themselves are the cause of their own accidents, so it is essential that they all comply with the regulations and are focused and in optimal physical condition when performing their work activities.

In addition, the accidents at work the most common are:

• Falls: Falls are the most common occupational accident, both those occurring at different heights and those at the same level. Causes of a fall can range from slippery pavement to tripping over an element, etc.
• Sprains and strains: It is common for a fall or a bad gesture to result in sprains or sprains, and in the most severe cases, fractures. If the pain persists and is severe, see a doctor immediately.
• Cuts and wounds: In virtually every job, there is a risk of injury, even minor ones. This can be caused by cooking burns, cuts when handling tools, scratches on some parts of the body, etc.
  It is recommended to always have a first aid kit to treat minor problems caused by cuts or other injuries, provided they are not very serious, in which case you should consult a specialist doctor.