Injuries are a common occurrence in the workplace, and some jobs are more dangerous than others. While a worker can help keep themselves safe on the job, it is ultimately the responsibility of the employer to provide safe working conditions. When they fail to do so, workers can suffer serious injuries and even death. According… Read More »
Millions of Americans now are no longer working remotely, so it is a fair question: does workers’ compensation cover injuries that occur while traveling for work? For those commuting from their homes for several minutes, to those who have to fly and get a hotel room, workers’ compensation insurance is essential. Workers’ compensation laws vary… Read More »
Machine guards protect workers from coming into direct contact with the most dangerous parts of a machine and also from flying debris emitted by working machines. Despite machine guards being required by standards set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), some 18,000 worker injuries and 800 fatalities occur each year in American workplaces.… Read More »
An occupational disease or occupational illness is one that occurs specifically because of a worker’s activities and responsibilities or exposure to workplace environmental conditions. Many workers have an occupation that requires them to perform dangerous tasks or that exposes them to hazardous substances. Others have jobs that can cause illness over time through repetitive tasks… Read More »
Once the eyes are injured, it may not be possible to recover your vision completely or at all. Minor damage can be fixed in many cases, but others whose eyes are hurt at work and other locations might never regain their sight. This is why it is critical to protect your eyes when working at… Read More »
The gig economy is growing, and many gig workers sustain themselves solely from one or more of these types of jobs. “Gig work” is loosely defined as on-demand jobs such as delivery, service jobs, and transportation among others. Popular hiring platforms include Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, Postmates, and TaskRabbit. Whether or not a worker receives workers’… Read More »
Workers who choose jobs in retail settings often appreciate the benefits that come with the retailing environment. Retail can be fast paced, give workers the opportunity to meet new people, and provide a consistent paycheck. Yet retail work can be hazardous, too, accounting for around 3 percent of all workplace illnesses and injuries according to… Read More »
According to a 2014 survey from the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), nearly eight out of 10 Americans admit to having foot pain at some time in their lives. A Bureau of Labor Statistics report from the same year noted that there had been more than 52,000 annual cases of workplace injuries to the feet.… Read More »
Working in the construction industry is one of the toughest jobs there is. With the fast-paced environment and at times laborious conditions, construction workers must always be cautious to keep themselves and others safe from injury. Electrical injuries are a major concern in all workplaces, but especially in the construction field, where it is the… Read More »
Slip and fall accidents are some of the most common workplace accidents that occur in the United States. In fact, they are the second leading cause of unintentional injury-related fatalities in the workplace. These accidents can cause workers to suffer injuries ranging from minor cuts and scrapes to broken bones, traumatic brain injuries and paralysis.… Read More »
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