Workers in this industry are likely to be injured at work due to:

1. Body stressing caused by hazardous manual tasks
2. falls, slips and trips
3. mental stress
4. Electric shock
5. Economic repercussion

Common hazards that workers in this industry are exposed to include:

1. Knives
2. Lifting heaving objects
3. Workplace bullying
4. Fatigue and Shiftwork
5. Transporting cash
6. Noise (for example, in concert venues).

1. Training: Provide training and instruction in safe manual handling procedures.
2. Avoid slip/trip hazards: Maintain good housekeeping to ensure there are no obstructions or trip hazards on floors or in store areas.
3. Avoid falls: Good quality anti-fatigue and anti-slip flooring will reduce the risk of falls and make work more comfortable for workers who stand for long periods.
4. Written procedures: Have written work procedures and protocols that clarify behaviour expectations.
5. Work schedules: Set realistic work schedules and deadlines