ON-THE-JOB FOOT INJURIES

To remain a productive and valuable worker, you must be able to be on your feet with ease and comfort.

You have some risk of foot injury if you have a job that requires you to walk and stand for hours at a time.

Watch out for hazards like:

Surfaces that are oily, wet, slippery, hot. Sparks from metal, chemicals, static electricity. Wear shoes with a rubber sole to avoid these.




 These are some of the things you should keep in mind:

1. Be cognizant of the hazards at your work area and take the necessary steps to avoid an accident.
2. Keep your workstation clean and uncluttered.
3. Work steady at a moderate speed, pace yourself.
4. Focus on your duties, be attentive.
5. Do not take the shortcut, use all equipment properly.
6. Be thoughtful of those around you, safety first.
7. Watch for hazards, be alert.

Here are some things to remember when you are off-the-job:

1. Wash and dry your feet in warm water everyday.
2. Look at your feet everyday and check for any changes, redness, swelling, blisters, etc.
3. Keep your feet cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
4. Always trim your nails straight across or have your podiatrist do this for you.
5. See your podiatrist annually for regular check ups.
6. Always wear protective foot wear when you are in a construction zone, using  lawn tools, in extreme temperatures, moving heavy furniture etc.,

Your feet are very important and are the most likely to be exposed to hazardous situations. Because of the many dangers your feet could be in, you should talk to your supervisor about the correct shoes, boots or other protective equipment that you will need.

If you do receive an injury at work, make sure you tell someone in authority and get prompt medical attention. Pain in your feet is not something to ignore. See your podiatrist anytime you experience pain in your feet or ankles. They are foot and ankle specialists, they treat foot and ankle injuries all day.