HPG HPG 3 - Deliver an exceptional employee experience by attracting, developing and retaining diverse talent and fostering a culture of employee safety, belonging and empowerment across the organization

Total Cost of Workers Comp Claims
Created with Highcharts 8.2.0Desired Result = Below TargetTargetHistoric claims (claims started in prior years)Current yr claims pd in qtrQ1 2015Q4 2015Q3 2016Q2 2017Q1 2018Q4 2018Q3 2019Q2 2020Q1 2021Q4 2021Q3 2022Q2 2023Q1 2024Q4 2024Q3 2025$0$200,000$400,000$600,000$800,000

Rising medical costs, particularly for advanced treatments and pharmaceuticals, are a major driver of increasing workers’ compensation claims expenses. Longer recovery times and an aging workforce contribute to prolonged disability periods, inflating wage replacement and medical benefit costs. Additionally, legal and administrative complexities often lead to higher litigation and settlement costs.

City Employee Safety - Total Recordable Injury Rate (TRIR) YTD
Created with Highcharts 8.2.0Desired Result = Below TargetRecordable Accidents/200k hoursTargetPublic Entities TRIR (annual benchmark)General Industry TRIR (annual benchmark)Total Recordable Injury Rate (TRIR) YTDQ1 2019Q3 2019Q1 2020Q3 2020Q1 2021Q3 2021Q1 2022Q3 2022Q1 2023Q3 2023Q1 2024Q3 2024Q1 2025Q3 20250.0010.005.0015.00

Colder temperatures can significantly increase the severity of workplace injuries, particularly during the winter months. In cold conditions, muscles and joints become less flexible, making employees more susceptible to strains, sprains, and other musculoskeletal injuries that may take longer to heal. Additionally, slips and falls on icy surfaces can result in more serious outcomes such as fractures, head injuries, or back trauma, especially when bulky winter clothing restricts movement or hinders a safe fall response. These factors contribute not only to more complex medical treatment needs but also to longer recovery times and higher workers' compensation costs. 

City Employee Safety - Days Away Restricted or Transferred (DART) Rate YTD
Created with Highcharts 8.2.0Desired Result = Below Target# Injuries resulting in DART/200KhoursTargetPublic Entities DART (annual benchmark)General Industry DART (annual benchmark)Days Away Restricted or Transferred (DART) YTDQ1 2019Q3 2019Q1 2020Q3 2020Q1 2021Q3 2021Q1 2022Q3 2022Q1 2023Q3 2023Q1 2024Q3 2024Q1 2025Q3 20250.002.004.006.00

Based on industry trends, we continue to report higher number of total recordable incidents for our organization's size.  In the first quarter, the City experienced several common types of workplace injuries, primarily related to seasonal conditions. Slips, trips, and falls due to ice and snow were among the most frequent incidents, often occurring in parking lots, sidewalks, and building entrances despite regular salting and snow removal efforts. Additionally, musculoskeletal injuries increased during this period, with many employees reporting strains and sprains caused by shoveling snow, lifting heavy objects while wearing bulky clothing, or working in cold environments that can stiffen muscles and reduce flexibility. These weather-related risks highlight the need for continued emphasis on winter safety protocols, proper ergonomic practices, and employee awareness to prevent recurring injuries in future cold-weather months.

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