The article highlights the impact of workplace injuries on companies and emphasizes the importance of tracking and reducing "days lost due to injury" as a key metric for assessing company health and safety performance. It discusses how accurately calculating this metric is essential for improving ESG criteria and minimizing direct costs. Implementing best practices such as safety training, providing protective equipment, and promoting a culture of safety are highlighted as crucial steps. Managing and reducing days lost due to injury can lead to safer work environments, improved ESG scores, and positive impacts on employee morale and productivity.