In 2021, 5,190 individuals died from work-related injuries, while 2,607,900 individuals experienced injuries from accidents on the job. Workers’ compensation is set up so that you can receive compensation for medical bills, lost wages and other expenses after an...
Year: 2022
What you need to know about carpal tunnel release surgery
If you type or make other repetitive motions at your job, you should pay close attention to your hand and wrist health. After all, according to the Mayo Clinic, repetitive hand and wrist movements can increase your chances of developing carpal tunnel syndrome. If you...
What injuries do teachers face at work?
Working in education is already a difficult task on its own. There are many stressors to deal with on a daily basis. Even though it seems like a relatively physically safe position, risks still exist. Teachers all across the nation suffer from numerous job-related...
What hazards do health care workers face at work?
If you work within the medical industry, you deserve to have safe working conditions. The medical facility you work for should take all proper precautions and provide appropriate training to decrease the risk of accidents in the workplace. According to the...
How can employers prevent fall injuries on construction sites?
In the construction industry, falls are the leading cause of accidental deaths. In 2020, there were about 350 fatal falls compared to the 1,000 fatal construction accidents. On a job site, you have every right to expect safety. The project manager or employer must...
Employers must take responsibility for warehouse employee safety
Employees in a warehouse have the right to work in a safe environment and to have the reassurance that the employer has taken all necessary precautions to keep the staff free from injury. While accidents can and do happen, the employer must take reasonable steps to...
How can working around heavy machinery lead to serious injuries?
Large pieces of machinery can make many people's jobs easier, especially if you work in the construction industry. When you face injuries due to the weight and dangerous nature of these tools and pieces of equipment, you may wonder how these accidents happen in the...
Strategies to keep industrial workers safe
Industrial workers face a variety of hazards in the workplace, and these dangers can result in unnecessary injuries and illnesses, including fatal ones. Most of the injuries sustained in industrial settings are preventable, and there are certain strategies that...
Much-needed solutions for work injuries
Warehouse work is becoming more and more dangerous. Injuries continue to increase. Those gains have put in doubt the effectiveness of recent implementations. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), training programs, and stretching routines have yet to stem the tide of...
Abnormal weather could cause trenches to collapse
If the weather seems to be a bit strange lately, your mind is not playing tricks on you. Indeed, according to reporting from USA Today, the U.S. is in store for a triple-dip La Niña winter. This means you could see fewer snow storms and less precipitation, even if...
