Construction work by its very nature comes with lots of hazards. It’s hard, manual labor that involves operating heavy machinery and sometimes means working at heights or in dangerous conditions. It’s no surprise, therefore, that it can result in some nasty accidents...
Year: 2022
Is desk work causing your neck pain?
Many people think that desk work is safe for workers, but this isn’t always the case. There are some injuries that these workers may suffer. One of these is a neck injury. Most of the day, people who work at a computer often look down to see the screen. When...
Why addressing recurring pain at work protects you
You've been doing the same job for years, but it has become more painful in recent months. You can barely wait for the end of your shift each day because of the pain in your arms, shoulders, knees, hips or back. Chronic pain that flares up at work is likely the result...
Did your workplace slip and fall accident cause a nerve injury?
Workplace slip and fall accidents are some of the most common causes of nerve inuries. These injuries can cause chronic pain and significantly affect your ability to work or do simple daily life activities. Moreover, nerve injuries can result in a permanent disability...
What are the most hazardous occupations in the country?
More people than ever are choosing dangerous jobs and careers to offset the rising costs of day-to-day life. These jobs may pay well, but they pose a high risk of workplace accidents, injuries and death. If securing good pay is your primary motivation when job...
Do you know what you’re breathing in at work?
People often think of workplace injuries as things that happen suddenly and all at once. For instance, you slip on the top of a ladder, fall to the concrete floor below and strike your head on the surface, resulting in a traumatic brain injury (TBI). It’s very clear...
Lifting patients can cause serious nursing injuries
Lifting-related injuries are incredibly common in the healthcare industry. Nursing is a dangerous profession because of this, and nurses need to know that they could suffer serious back or spinal cord injuries when they are simply trying to perform the duties of their...
Will a fall-related injury lead to workers’ compensation benefits?
Maybe you work in a job that takes you up to significant elevations, such as construction, tree trimming or window washing. Maybe you work a job that does not put you in such dangerous environments. You might work at a hospital or as a server at a restaurant. All it...
Trench entrapment: A high risk of injury or death
If you are a construction worker, plumber or another laborer whose work includes digging ditches and trenches, you must be aware of the dangers you face on the job. Even more importantly, you need to know how to prevent the conditions that lead to these catastrophic...
Hairdressers and nail salon workers handle potent chemicals
Your hairdresser and nail salon professional are probably routinely exposed to dangerous chemicals while working on clients. What, exactly, are the hazards they face? Could they be jeopardizing their well-being? The hazards these workers contend with are very...