in just one week across the country, the injury forecast for new zealanders is… *statistics are...

In just one week across the country, the injury

forecastfor New Zealanders is…

*Statistics are calculated using ACC claims data from the third week in October from the last five years.

Injuries from sportand recreation

5,809

*Number of claims per week that can be attributed to alcohol misuse. This number includes injuries caused by different mechanisms e.g. transport accidents, falls, interpersonal violence, fire-related et al.

3,200Claims attributed to

alcohol misuse*

and

injuries onsteps and stairs

931

These injuries can have a significant impact on people

Not just the

injured person

But their whanau and friends, employerand workmates

But you can change your personal injury

forecast.

Did you know?

In 2012 ACC received

over 390,000 claims for sport and

recreation

These claims cost over

$335 million for treatment, rehabilitation

and weekly compensation payments

But you can change your personal injury

forecast by...

Participating in a variety of sport and recreation activities for aerobic fitness,

strength and flexibility

Taking time to

plan and prepare

Making sure you warm up and cool down by

doing light aerobic and sport specific activities, and dynamic stretches

Choosing activities that are suitable for your

fitness level

Keeping hydrated and

fuelled before, during and after

exercise

Using the right gear for your

activity and the conditions

Treating injuries early to minimise your time away from doing the

sport and recreation

activities you love

Knowing what to do in the event of

a soft tissue injury

Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation, Diagnosis

(R. I. C. E. D)

Taking advantage of training and fitness

resources - check out

activesmart.co.nz

And if you’re trying something new, it’s best to

ease into it

Did you know?

In one year we drink34 million* litres of

pure alcohol

*‘The real story of Kiwis and alcohol’ AL580 – Health Promotion Agency

That’s 9.7 litres* for every person

15 years and older

*‘The real story of Kiwis and alcohol’ AL580 – Health Promotion Agency

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Did you know?

1 in 8 people drinking this

weekend will get drunk

1 in 7 adults have been injured when they’ve been

drinking (at some point in

their life)

The more you drink in one

session, the more likely you are to hurt yourself or someone else

But you can change your personal injury

forecast by…

Planning how much you’re going to

drink tonight

Pacing yourself with non-

alcoholic drinks

Having something substantial to eat

And looking out for yourself

and your mates

Did you know?

If you’re organising a party or event it’s

easy to be a responsible host by...

Providing substantial food early, and appealing low or

non-alcoholic drinks

Planning to do things other than

eat and drink

Looking out for young people

– remember minors can’t be served alcohol

Arranging safe transport so

your guests get home safely

Did you know?

ACC receives around

4,000 new claims each week for injuries that happen on steps

and stairs

And most of these injuries happen in or around the

home

on Saturdays

But you can change your personal injury

forecast by…

Focusing on where

you’re stepping

Keeping steps and

stairs free of clutter

Ensuring steps and stairs are

well lit

Slowing down – don’t rush,

especially on wet or slippery stairs

Painting the edges of steps for greater

visibility

Making sure outside stairs

are well maintained and clear of moss and

leaves

Injuries are preventable

By taking a few minutes and following some simple tips, you can help prevent injuries - and change your personal injury

forecast.

Your personal injury forecast – know it and

change it

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