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Although employees may be familiar with workers’ compensation, many are unaware how to file a claim, the benefits they can get, and more. One of the most common misconceptions is that you have to sue your employer to get workers’ compensation. In reality, workers’ compensation is a no-fault system. The benefits are designed to help …
Many industries use a variety of different machines to get the job done. From power tools to heavy equipment, caution is crucial for operating any type of machine. Unfortunately, workers often suffer a wide range of injuries in spite of taking every precaution when using machines. Workers’ comp benefits are typically available for these accidents, …
Explosions and fires can happen in really any workplace across the U.S., but they are more common in some industries – including the construction industry. Workers who are present during an explosion can receive some of the most catastrophic injuries, changing their lives forever, which is why it is important to understand why these accidents …
Knowing the Dangers The Federal Highway Administration keeps track of how many people are injured and die in roadside construction accidents every year. You may be surprised to hear that, between 1982 and 2014, over 24,000 individuals lost their lives in these types of accidents. Luckily, the number of deaths have been declining every …
Hearing loss is very serious, as your hearing aids you in every step you take in life. This is why, if you lose your hearing even slightly due to someone’s negligence, you could be entitled to compensation. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration sees the importance in workplace safety and helps protect workers from the …
There are many injuries that are more common in the workplace, such as violent acts, repetitive motion injuries, vehicle accidents, and more. At the top of the list remains one very serious type of injury that affects many employees every year: Machine entanglement. These types of injuries occur in factories where heavy equipment and machinery …
Anybody who works around electricity in the workplace could come in contact with the dangers of such. Any voltages over 50 volts AC is considered to be life-threatening. Each year, about 1,000 accidents at work involve electric shocks, with around 30 of these being fatal. Many of these shocks are due to faulty equipment in …
Overexertion injuries occurring in the workplace are actually the leading cause of non-fatal injuries, and cover over 3.5 million injuries that happen in the workplace. They are also one of the leading causes of workers missing work, which makes them very serious when it comes to productivity. The average cost of these injuries can stem …
You have every right to be safe in the workplace, which is something that your employee must ensure. If you believe that unsafe working conditions are prevalent in your workplace, you have the right to report a violation to your employer. However, there is a second option out there – the Occupational Safety and Health …
Recently, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a rule that workers, employers, and the public should be informed about workplace hazards with new federal requirements that will take effect on August 10, 2016. Every year, three million workers will suffer a workplace injury or illness and OSHA wants to …
Since January 1, 2015, The Occupational Safety & Health Administration has required that employers report any severe work-related injuries. Some examples of these accidents include hospitalization, amputation, or loss of an eye. Within 24 hours, an employer must make the report. This was seen as a good method to track how many accidents are happening …
Every workplace is different and, as such, should be treated different ways. However, many employers will typically have the same responsibilities when it comes to providing a safe workplace for employees. Under OSHA law, employers must follow rules and regulations just as employees must work to make sure they are being followed. Here are some …
If you are injured on the job, there are some steps you can take to be sure that you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. However, before you even think about the compensation you could receive, you must first find out if you are eligible in the first place. There are some requirements that must …
Work injuries can unfortunately happen at any time throughout a worker’s experience in their field, regardless of who was at fault. There are many important steps to follow if you want to get the most out of your situation and possibly get the compensation you are entitled to. What initial steps should I take after …
Nearly 3 million workers suffered a job-related injury or illness in 2012, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. More than 4,500 workers were killed on the job in the same year, adding up to nearly 90 deaths per week. Regardless of who was at fault in the accident, workers injured on the job are …
Industrial warehouses can be a danger-prone environment. Working with complex machinery can open workers up to major risk, which is only increased with the addition of uncontrolled traffic and the desire to maximize productivity. Powered industrial trucks—usually referred to as “forklifts” or “lift trucks”—are used to move, raise, lower, or remove large objects on pallets …
Reporting Accidents and Occupational Exposures Every work accident or occupational exposure should be recorded on an accident report form. Such documentation should prompt an immediate investigation, which not only assists in determining the cause of the accident or exposure, but is also important in the prevention of future accidents. When an employer receives notice about …
