If an employee's lost workdays continue into the next year, what should be done with the OSHA 200 Log entry?

The appropriate action for the OSHA 200 Log entry, when an employee's lost workdays extend into the next year, is to include future estimated lost workdays. This ensures accurate tracking of the injury's impact on the employee's ability to work and provides a complete historical record of the incident.

By estimating the future lost workdays, you reflect not only the immediate effects of the injury but also its longer-term implications. This practice is vital for workplace safety management as it allows for a more comprehensive understanding of injury trends over time and helps in identifying necessary safety improvements.

Accurate record-keeping is crucial for compliance with OSHA regulations and contributes to the overall safety culture within an organization. This method promotes transparency and provides a clear picture of how injuries affect workforce productivity.