April Injury Awareness

Stepping up to the Plate for Safety!!

In order to raise awareness around injury prevention during the month of April, we are "Stepping up to the plate for Safety" and rolling out a baseball theme to stir up competition and enthusiasm. Each week there will be increased awareness and a different focus around some of our common job injuries. Your management team will be sharing information, tips, tricks and lessons learned throughout the month to help with the end goal of an Injury Free April! What’s in it for you? Well, I’m glad you asked…

 

For each week that your account goes Injury Free in April, you will advance to the next base. Once your team has advanced around all of the bases to score a HOMERUN, those accounts will have a luncheon set up. In addition, each driver on that account will be receiving a new JB Hunt baseball cap!

Management will be looking out for employees making "Big Plays" all month long. If you’re caught on camera, you may find yourself on your very own Safety All-Star baseball card. These All-Stars players will be posted on the Central Region Blog at http://centralregiondcs.blogspot.com/

 

 

 

 

 

 1st Base—Don’t pull a muscle while swinging for the fence. Pulling your fifth wheel or sliding tandems can be difficult and dangerous. Never jerk on the handle if you’re having trouble. Reposition the truck and try again, then ask for assistance by calling road service. Your shoulder, neck and back muscles will appreciate you taking care of them.

 2nd Base—Protect yourself when working the dolly legs. Rarely do we think the handle will hit us in the face or spin back from tension causing an injury to the shoulders or back. Proper stance and technique could mean the difference between taking second base or a trip to the doctor.

 3rd Base—Keep your head high so you can see third base when you’re lifting. Lifting your chin forces you to keep your back straight and helps avoid over-lifting. Be sure to assess your load, bend at the knees and keep your head up. Your back muscles will award you with a good night’s sleep.

 Heading for Home—Don’t trip after rounding third. Focus on your path while you’re walking or getting in and out of the truck. Many injuries occur by failing to use 3 points of contact while entering or exiting the truck. Take time to put paperwork, food, or any other items you have in your hand on the floor or the seat so you can perform this task safely.