In the bustling world of manufacturing plants, where precision and efficiency are a necessity, the safety of employees often takes center stage. Despite stringent safety measures, accidents can still happen, leading to various injuries. Understanding these common...
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Workplace Injuries
Common injuries to delivery truck drivers
The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the need for delivery drivers will increase by 10% from 2022 to 2032. With more people entering this field, it becomes important to make sure the workers are aware of and prepare for the potential dangers on the job. Delivery...
How can your mental health seriously change after an accident?
In the blink of an eye, life can take an unexpected turn. An accident at work, whether minor or severe, can leave lasting imprints not only on the body but also on the mind. The mental toll of an accident is often underestimated. However, its impact can be profound,...
Ergonomic injuries on chicken farms
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were 11,880 agriculture injuries that caused missed work days in 2020. Any injury is a serious situation requiring attention, but some injuries are not immediately apparent. Chicken farming is an...
Common injuries on dairy farms: Understanding the risks
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...
Can a fall at work cause paralysis?
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...
Workers’ compensation in the airline industry
Every industry carries its own set of risks regarding its workers, and the airline industry is no exception. From the smiling faces that greet you at baggage claim who weigh and lift your heavy luggage to place it on the belt, to employees working on the runway, who...
Violent attacks remain a threat to health care workers
Every day, health care workers encounter a number of workplace hazards. The list may include injuries from lifting and transporting patients, exposure to infections, hazardous chemicals and medical drugs, and one danger that should never be overlooked: workplace...
Cervical hematomas and warehouse workers
Moving, lifting, storing and relocating bulk items and packages are any everyday part of your job. Soreness accompanies you at the end of every work shift. You accept such physical inconveniences as simply part of your job working in a warehouse. But there is the...
Stay off social media after a workplace injury
When you get hurt on the job, one of the things you might think is reasonable is to post about your injury online. After all, your family and friends are all going to see your social media update, so it’s easier to explain what happened with a post. Before you do...