SK Association for Safe Workplaces in Health 2014 Annual Report | Page 8

PROVINCIAL STATISTICS
SASKATCHEWAN HEALTHC ARE
HEALTHCARE
INJURY RATES 2010 -20 13
2010- 2013

SASKATCHEWAN INDUSTR Y
INDUSTRY

While all injuries require our attention, the highest incidence of
injuries at 35% occurs in the category of shoulder (10%) and back
(25%). It is for some, a lifelong injury with constant rehabilitation
and recovery. It is like all injuries - preventable. The spotlight must
be placed on this issue where we all work to get to the ‘root cause’ of
these types of injuries. Together we can build and put in place the
appropriate corrective action to eliminate the risk and potential of

The statistical picture below provides a snapshot to illustrate that while there
are improvements, people are still getting hurt in the healthcare industry at a
higher rate than all industries.

TYPES OF INJURIES

*Source—Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board

The response from the healthcare system has been very specific, as evidenced
by the provincial strategic directives to achieve a “Culture of Safety” in
healthcare. This approach and commitment by leaders has generated positive
attention by all healthcare employers and employees. It has elevated safety to a
higher level in the boardrooms where safety concerns and challenges are being
addressed in a meaningful way. It also makes safety a standing agenda item
for many employers. This dedicated attention and spotlight on safety must
continue as there is much more to accomplish.

Key:

HC TIR—Health Care Total Injury Rate
AI TIR—All Industry Total Injury Rate
*Source—Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board