Industrial work settings pose many accident risks to Omaha employees. One of the worst examples of industrial workers' accidents involves losing an arm, leg or another body part to dismemberment or amputation. These extreme injuries typically impact victims for...
Month: April 2019
Workplace accidents Beware of grain handling hazards
The grain handling industry provides a necessary source of income to many residents in Omaha and other areas in Nebraska. These workers are grateful to have a job that is secure and pays fairly well, but it is critical to understand the hazards associated with this...
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Besides wage replacement what does workers compensation cover
Workers' compensation is one of the greatest programs mandated by the U.S. government. Without such a program, it is safe to say that injured employees in Omaha and elsewhere would be lost and their families would likely suffer great hardships. Most workers know that...
Biological hazards associated with the meatpacking industry
The meatpacking industry in Omaha provides residents with gainful employment, enabling them to take care of their families. Without this industry, the entire state of Nebraska would likely suffer from higher rates of unemployment. Unfortunately, the industry is rife...
Unloading trailers at construction sites pose many safety risks
Among the many hazards that construction workers in Nebraska face are those associated with the unloading of trailers. There are endless numbers of deliveries to construction sites throughout every shift, each posing unique hazards. No load comes without risks, and...
Electricity can be an invisible killer of first responders
There is an endless list of life-threatening occupational risks with which public safety workers like firefighters and police officers must deal every day. If you are a first responder, you will need a comprehensive knowledge of potential dangers because the...
Reported facts in recent Omaha crash that injured road worker
Road workers put their lives and physical well-being at risk every time they report for duty. Fortunately, the majority of these workers go home every evening with only fatigue to complain about. However, there are occasions when the worst happens, and road workers...
