VelocityEHS strengthens its EHS platform with the acquisition of ergonomics software
VelocityEHS, the leading cloud environmental, health, safety (EHS) and sustainability software provider, announced today that it is adding an ergonomic solution to its comprehensive EHS platform with the acquisition of ErgoAdvocate, a web-based system that empowers employees to prevent musculoskeletal disorders. With musculoskeletal disorders reported as some of the most common and costly work-related injuries, nearly every employer faces risks associated with ergonomic injuries suffered by its staff. The VelocityEHS Ergonomics solution provides expert online assessment and training so businesses can reach more employees at a lower cost than traditional consulting programs and decrease the expenses associated with worker injury.
According to OSHA, the total cost to an employer for just one cumulative trauma injury averages $82,305; additionally the typical Fortune 1,000 Company pays $1.3 million for every 1,000 employees in costs resulting from preventable ergonomics injuries. Ergonomics focuses on mitigating these costs by helping workers lessen muscle fatigue, increase productivity and reduce the number and severity of work-related musculoskeletal injuries. The VelocityEHS Ergonomics solution helps employers of all sizes reduce work related musculoskeletal disorders by identifying problems, providing training, and assisting employees in self-correcting issues.