State Fund Safety Blog – Proper Foot Protection Will Make You Jump for Joy
September 22, 2016
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2014, more than 50,000 foot injuries occurred that required an average of nine days away from work. Many of these injuries could have been prevented with proper foot protection.
Wearing the right shoe can protect your feet from cuts, punctures, and broken bones. The type of shoe depends on your work environment. Additionally, the shoe should fit properly, as poor fit can contribute to injuries. State Fund has information to assist you in finding the right shoe for the job and to make sure the shoe fits.
Find out more on our Safety Blog. Your feet will thank you for it.
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Established in 1914, by the state legislature, State Fund has operated for more than 100 years, is California’s largest provider of workers’ compensation insurance, and a vital asset to California businesses. State Fund supports California’s entrepreneurial spirit and plays a stabilizing role in the economy by providing fairly priced workers’ compensation insurance, making California workplaces safe, and restoring injured workers.
