WC claim rates were evaluated pre- and six years post-SRHP in 136 nursing homes.
There were reductions in injury rates in at least 70% of centers post-SRHP.
Claims related to resident handling were reduced by about one-third.
Benefits were most pronounced for lifting residents in/out of bed, chair or toilet.
SRHP transfer from a 3rd party to the employer did not impact reduced WC claims.