Workers in industries from construction to music may be exposed to significant noise levels on the job. As a result of this exposure, they may suffer occupational hearing loss. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, occupational exposures cause...
Month: January 2020
The dangers of degloving
A work-related accident involving heavy machinery may result in a degloving injury. Degloving is a type of avulsion injury that may occur on a farm or in an industrial setting when a body part or clothing gets caught in a mechanism. It can affect the upper or lower...
What are common forklift accidents?
It is important for Nebraska workers to understand how dangerous forklifts can be. Every year, there are multiple fatalities from forklift accidents. Today we will take a look at some of the most common types of forklift accidents. This can allow workers to better...
Work options under vocational rehabilitation
As a result of a workplace accident, some Nebraska workers suffer persistent disabilities or difficulties that do not allow them to resume their normal job even after a period of medical recovery and rehabilitation. In such a case, a worker may need to explore other...
