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Home > Blog > Should Employers Test Employees for Sleep Apnea for Business Insurance Needs?
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2017

Should Employers Test Employees for Sleep Apnea for Business Insurance Needs?

image of sleepy manA tired worker is a liability risk for a business. This individual may make mistakes on the job. He or she may suffer an injury or cause another person to suffer one. If behind the wheel of a vehicle, this can be very dangerous.

When liability risks exist in a place of business employers, need to take steps to reduce them. That is why some employers want to test workers for sleep apnea.

What Is Sleep Apnea?

This condition is not uncommon. YourLungHealth.org reports that 18 million Americans have this condition. Another 10 million Americans have the condition but do not know it. Those with it are at a high risk of sleep deprivation. In this condition, a person stops breathing numerous times while sleeping. A common symptom is loud snoring. When this occurs, the brain never fully receives the rests it needs. People wake up after eight hours and still feel tired. There are various forms of this condition. In most cases, sleep apnea leads to tired workers.

Could a Workplace Fatigue Awareness Program Help You?

Some employers recognize the dangers of sleep apnea. They know the value of helping people to remain active and fully functional while on the job. A worker who does not get enough sleep is more likely to get hurt on the job. He or she is also less productive. A workplace awareness program can be helpful.

Laws about such programs differ from one state to the next. However, where legal, some employers are help workers receive testing for sleep apnea. As a result, these individuals learn about the condition and can take steps to improve it. There are treatments available. Many of them allow the worker to get a better quality of sleep at night. This can reduce risks on the job.

How Does Business Insurance Help?

Worker injuries and accidents are not uncommon. With proper business insurance, businesses can minimize the financial toll of such accidents. However, having coverage is not enough. It is important for business owners to be proactive. Notice risks. Take action before accidents and incidents occur.

Having business insurance protects the company from these risks. Providing a wellness program, encouraging employees to seek help, and raising awareness of sleep apnea can help improve the quality of life of workers. It also reduces your risks as a business owner.

If you need business insurance, let Buschbach Insurance Agency, Inc. help Call us at 708-423-2350 for a fast, free policy quote.

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