There are very few jobs that guarantee their workers are entirely safe from harm. As such, many workers are guaranteed worker benefits. If they’re injured on site or develop a medical condition from their work, employees may be able to apply for workers’ compensation...
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Year: 2022
Should you ascend a ladder at work?
Each year, numerous people fall from ladders. Some escape with hardly a scratch, but others suffer serious injuries, and some even die. Therefore, if your employer wants you to climb up a ladder, there are a few things to consider. While shooting up a ladder may be a...
3 common injuries for retail workers
In a previous blog post, we discussed common hazards retail workers face. Those hazards can lead to some serious injuries. Understanding some of the more common injuries that may occur can help workers and employers to take steps to minimize them. All workers should...
3 hazards retail workers face daily
Retail workers help to keep stores moving forward by making sure customers have access to merchandise and that they’re able to make their purchases. Employers must ensure these valuable employees have everything they need to remain safe. There are many facets of...
5 things to know about work-related hearing loss
Around 22 million workers have to deal with hazardous noise conditions in the workplace, and around 10 million are exposed to chemicals that can cause hearing loss. It’s up to employers to ensure workers have a safe workspace. This includes minimizing the risk of...
Is workers’ comp a no-fault system?
In many injury cases, the person who caused the injury is the person who is legally at fault and they are therefore liable for the costs stemming from that injury. For example, a driver who causes a car accident and injures someone in the other vehicle may be...
Know the illness and injury hazards if your job involves welding
A valuable advantage of having specialized skills is that you can usually find jobs with lucrative pay and other meaningful benefits. Welding is one such skill that is in high demand across a range of Ohio industries, including: Railroad Aerospace Automotive...
3 professions where you might develop carpal tunnel syndrome
People often associate carpal tunnel syndrome with office workers. They think of a receptionist constantly typing and clicking or a personal assistant who spends all of the day on the phone. It is certainly true that office workers can and do develop carpal tunnel...
Machine shops are filled with hazards: 2 tips for safety
Machine shops have various equipment that can lead to severe injuries for the machinists using them. It’s up to the employers to ensure that these hard-working men and women have a safe workplace. Proper safety training is crucial for this industry. Regardless of...
Why hard hats are so important for construction safety
If you work in the construction sector then you’re probably used to wearing a hard hat most days. The supervisors of your company have designated areas where hard hats must be worn at all times, with no exceptions. Perhaps you’ve wondered why they are so adamant...