Preventing strain injuries in commercial laundries is crucial to maintaining employee health and productivity. Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs), a subset of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), are common in such environments due to repetitive motions, heavy lifting, and prolonged standing. These injuries can lead to significant costs for employers, with each case potentially costing around $12,800 in direct expenses, according the National Safety Council. Total costs, including indirect expenses, can reach nearly $50,000, according to Concentra, a national healthcare company focused on workforce safety issues.

In 2019, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that 29% of work-related injuries were due to MSDs ...