The possibility of an OSHA inspection always exists and frequent injuries at a site, without the company intervening, can result in a fine. Use your knowledge of the human body and ergonomics, combined with input from the patient and employer, to generate viable solutions. Making appropriate ergonomic changes takes keen listening skills and time, but it's worth the investment. If possible, make arrangements so you can implement inexpensive ergonomic changes you deem necessary, without wading through mounds of red tape and getting approvals from three supervisors. This rapid action ensures that interventions occur quickly.
Nothing is more frustrating than devising an ergonomic plan that takes months to implement.
Remember, timely treatment is essential to avoid injury progression. Without changes, RSI symptoms are only going to get worse. Mary Davenport is an independent consultant who specializes in injury prevention.