Injury and Hazard Mapping in the Workplace

If hazards can be identified and mapped as a proactive measure to prevent injuries, then data about actual injuries should also inform the relative risks for health and safety in a workplace. Analyzing locations with a history of more injuries than other areas should point to the culprit hazards. Focusing the data on specific types of injuries (e.g. back pain) or certain levels of injuries (e.g. injuries that cause missed days of work) will also establish a priority for addressing hazards.