Iqaluit, NU (July 15, 2022) – On July 7, 2022 the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission filed eight charges under the Nunavut Safety Act in relation to an incident that occurred at the City of Iqaluit Maintenance Garage on July 16, 2021. 

A worker was performing maintenance and repairs on a wheelbarrow when a tire being inflated blew up and struck them on the face and arm causing injury.

Lifting and twisting incidents involve twisting your body while carrying a heavy item. Examples of these incidents could include a worker bending and turning while unloading heavy items from a truck, or slipping while carrying tools, and making a sudden movement to stop from falling. 

Common injuries resulting from twisting and lifting incidents include strains, sprains, and muscle tears in the trunk, back, and arms.