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One way to achieve the physical therapy profession's goals of a healthier society is to help that society avoid sickness and injury to begin with. That's why physical therapists (PTs) and physical therapist assistants (PTAs) should consider taking part in an upcoming week focused on workplace safety and health.

The US Department of Labor (DOL) Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) "Safe and Sound" week is set for August 12-15 this year, and now's the time to prepare to help bring attention to the initiative, and highlight the role the profession can play in a healthier, injury-free workforce. APTA is an official partner of the program.

Both DOL and APTA offer resources that can help you highlight the week. Visit the DOL’s Safe and Sound webpage to sign up, get ideas for how to participate, and download resources to recognize your participation. APTA can help you understand the profession's connection to the issue through its webpage on the PT's role in promoting a productive and healthy workforce


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