When it comes to worker injuries, the retail trade saw the second most injuries and illnesses from 2019-2021, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). In addition, retailers saw the largest increase in cases of injuries and illnesses from 2020-2021 among nearly all industries, BLS data shows. In 2020, there were some 341,100 incidents, while 2021 saw 404,700. Previous reviews of workers' comp claims data by AmTrust Financial have shown that when it comes to types of retailers and locations in stores that have the highest When it comes to stores and in-store departments that see the most claims, meat market workers and those in the butcher department are among the most at-risk retail workers. In addition to working with sharp knives and other cutting tools, there is also a considerable amount of lifting and repetitive motions involved with these jobs. Other retail sectors that see higher levels of workers' comp claims, according to AmTrust, include hardware stores, auto part shops, and barbershops and beauty salons. The above slideshow reveals the most common workers' comp claims in the retail sector and offers a few tips to help reduce these injuries, according to Summit Consulting LLC. Related: |

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