Recycling Industry – Repetitive Motion Injuries
When working to recycle products like glass, metal, or electronics, recycling workers may find themselves performing similar movements every day. For instance, someone might spend large parts of their day sorting items off a fast-moving conveyor belt, or be on their feet from hours at a time. This puts recycling workers at an increased risk of repetitive motion injuries, or injuries that occur from normal but repeated motions.
Repetitive motion injuries typically affect muscles, nerves, ligaments, and tendons, and include conditions like:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Tendonitis
- Bursitis
- Ganglion cysts
- Epicondylitis
Over time, repetitive motion injuries can lead to constant or frequent pain, and may prevent recycling workers from doing their jobs or other similar tasks. In some cases, repetitive motion can lead to permanent injuries.
With workers at a risk of repetitive motion injuries, your clients in the recycling industry may struggle to find the right coverage. At PEO Insurance Brokers Network, we can help you find a home for your recycling clients or other clients in high-risk industries. We provide Workers’ Compensation coverage to businesses in need, no matter the risk, and help agents find the best PEO coverage and savings for their insured. To learn how we can help you find coverage for your recycling clients, email quotes@peobrokersnetwork.com to receive a quote.
