Hand injuries in Workplace​

 
Hand injury is one of the most common injury that can be found in the workplace as workers often have to deal with machines and handle various industrial tools. Most workplace accidents result in finger and hand injuries including fractures, as well as back injuries. Thus, it is important for all workers and employers to understand how to prevent and manage hand injuries during work.
What are some common hand injuries?

• Fingertip injuries
• Finger and hand fractures
• Finger and hand lacerations
• Trigger finger
• Abrasion

What are the causes of workplace hand injuries?

1. Carelessness
2. Lack of awareness of hand safety precaution
3. Distracted while handling equipment
4. Disregard for safety procedures.

 
How to manage amputation injuries in the workplace?
Step 1: Clean the amputated part by washing it with water
Step 2: Wrap amputated part in moist gauze
 Step 3: Put the wrapped amputated part in a dry plastic bag
 Step 4: Place this bag into another plastic bag with ice before transporting it to a hospital.
 
How to prevent hand injuries/ Hand Safety Tips in workplace

• Be aware of rotating or moving surfaces
• Wear gloves while handling equipment or chemical
• Remove accessories such as rings they might be caught up in the moving machinery
• Provide adequate personal protective equipment (PPE) to the worker.
• Give safety training to the workers regarding proper way to handle the equipment.
• Enforce policies and procedures so they will adhere to safety rules.

At Acumed medical group, surgery is provided for injuries like hand or leg injuries as well as fractures of the limbs. 

​*This articles in no way represent the medical advices of Acumed Medical Group and is intended solely for blogging purposes