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In industrial workplaces, workers often encounter heavy machinery, moving equipment and large loads, all of which can pose a risk of crush injuries. A crush injury occurs when there is force or pressure on a body part, often resulting in serious damage. This article...
Dairy farming requires demanding physical labor and involves working with large animals and heavy machinery. Unfortunately, injuries on dairy farms are not uncommon, posing significant risks to the health and well-being of farmers and workers. Understanding the common...
In today's digital age, social media plays an integral role in daily life, allowing people to share experiences, thoughts and photos with others. However, when it comes to workers' compensation claims, posting on social media can have unintended consequences. Learn...
Workplaces each have their own hazards. Even jobs with low risk rates have workplace hazards that a person cannot ignore. Falls, for example, can happen at any place of employment and for a number of reasons. But what are the biggest sources of falls at work? Uneven...
If you suffer from an injury while on the job, then you must go through the proper channels of handling the aftermath. This includes notifying your employer and filing for benefits. However, things can get a little dicey if you have to go see a doctor that your...
Slip-and-fall accidents can happen anywhere, including at your workplace. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, falls were responsible for almost 20% of all workplace injuries in 2020. For workers, many on-the-job falls are more...
No matter what tool you use at your job, the most important tools are your hands. When you sustain injury to them, you risk days or weeks of painful recovery. Worse, you may experience long-term productivity loss due to limited mobility or strength. 43% of workplace...
When employees experience an injury caused by overexertion, they may not feel the effects for days or even weeks. However, according to AmTrust Financial, this is one of the most common workplace injuries across several fields, from the medical care industry to...
In 2021, 2,607,900 people received injuries and 5,190 people died in workplace-related incidents. In addition, for every 100 individuals who work full time, 3.4 individuals file a workers’ compensation claim. In 2020, the average compensation for a workers’...
Office work may not seem like a high-risk profession. However, injuries and illnesses can still impact your ability to work. Repetitive strain injuries, such as carpal tunnel syndrome and slip-and-fall accidents, are among the most common injuries in office...
