Manufacturing Industry – Repetitive Motion Injuries in Clothing Manufacturing
Workers in the clothing manufacturing industry play an important role in creating the attire we wear every day, from the shoes we wear to work to the sweatpants we put on at night. To make clothing, workers in the clothing manufacturing industry often use equipment like cutting machines, fusing machines, sewing machines, and thread trimmers. Workers might find themselves working for many hours on the same machine or task, like putting buttons on shirts.
When they perform the same task or use the same machinery for long periods of time, clothing manufacturing workers are at risk of repetitive motion injuries, or injuries that occur from normal but repeated motions. Repetitive motion injuries typically affect muscles, nerves, ligaments, and tendons. They 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 clothing manufacturing workers from doing their jobs or other similar tasks. In some cases, repetitive motion can lead to permanent injuries.
At PEO Insurance Brokers Network, we help agents find homes for their manufacturing industry 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 manufacturing industry clients, please reach out to receive a quote.
