Some jobs are associated with a known risk of exposure to explosions. Working in a chemical production facility or an oil refinery, for example, comes with a known degree of risk related to explosions. Other jobs, such as working at a granary, where flour dust is...
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Month: March 2023
Why shouldn’t you go to sleep after a head injury?
One of the most common pieces of advice given to those who have suffered from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is that they should not go to sleep. Their friends or family members who are with them may be instructed by medical professionals to keep them awake. Letting...
How much is your California workers’ compensation claim worth?
If you are hurt or taken ill as a result of a work-related incident, you most definitely have questions. One of these is who will take care of your medical bills and lost income. Understanding how California’s workers’ compensation works allow you to appropriately...
3 work accidents that can lead to amputations
Losing an arm, hand, foot or leg in a workplace accident is one of the most heartbreaking things you can go through in a workplace. This may lead to trauma and other mental health issues. You may also have a hard time performing tasks that were once easy. Accordingly,...
Efforts by OSHA to protect construction workers fall dangerously short
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is tasked with ensuring the health and safety of workers throughout the United States. Their objective is to enforce workplace laws and standards while providing training, education, and assistance when needed....