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TIP #1: Use safe lifting habits to prevent getting strains and sprains from tasks like stocking shelves or moving lines of grocery carts.

TIP #2: Wear steel-toed boots in case heavy boxes or pallets fall on your feet.

TIP #3: Slippery floors can lead to slips and falls, so clean ‘em up.

Retail Stats in NS:

• In 2010, there were 719 workers under the age of 25 injured in the retail industry.
• Grocery clerks and shelf stockers were most likely to be hurt.

TIP #1: Hot stuff. Be careful around ovens and other hot things, like popcorn makers or fat from fryers.

TIP #2: Sharp stuff. Be careful with knives and broken glass. Don’t rush in food prep, even if you feel pressured to. No one wants a finger salad.

TIP #3: Slippery stuff. Messy means slippery, especially with all that grease and cooking oil.

Food and Beverage Stats in NS:

• In 2010, there were 630 workers under the age of 25 injured in the food and beverage industry.
• Food service counter attendants and food preparers were most likely to be hurt.

TIP #1: Protect your fingers. Make sure you’re properly trained and machines have all the appropriate guards in place.

TIP #2: Lift safely. Backs were second only to fingers in manufacturing injuries.

TIP #3: Don’t take shortcuts to get the job done quickly. Get it done safely.

Manufacturing Stats in NS:

• In 2010, there were 467 workers under the age of 25 injured in the manufacturing industry.
• Other trades helpers and laborers were most likely to be hurt.

TIP #1: Building materials can be heavy. Lift safely. Knees bent. Back straight. And no twisting!

TIP #2: Make sure fall protection is in place when you’re working above three metres.

TIP #3: Before you use any equipment, be properly trained on it. Do not do it “just this once.”

Construction Stats in NS:

• In 2010, there were 487 workers under the age of 25 injured in the construction industry.
• Construction trades helpers and laborers were most likely to be hurt.