Ergonomics-related injuries show increasing trends driven by long working hours and high plant utilisation. This triggered the launch of Ergonomics Maturity Ladder to reduce risks and build a prevention-focused culture. Standardised screening tools and over the year of evolution with AI-assisted assessment, high-risks jobs reduced from 75% to 13%. With support from cross function ergonomic committees, prevention through design, and engagement campaign, Hershey is creating an ergonomic-free workplace