There are many hazards that construction workers face on a daily basis, including electrocution, which is one of the four most fatal types of accidents. People who work in the construction industry are approximately four times more likely to suffer an electrocution than those in other industries. While the percentage of workers who die from electrocutions is […]

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The fall harvest season is a busy one for those who work on farms. Even though there is so much to do, there is no reason for safety to fall on the back burner. By keeping it a top priority, everyone who is working to bring the crops in can go home safely at the […]

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Workers don’t expect that they are going to face sickness as an on-the-job injury, but it does happen. Some of the dangers might not even be readily obvious. In almost all cases, proper safety protocols can help prevent workers from suffering from occupational diseases but doing so requires the employer to understand what hazards are […]

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When you are injured on the job, you should be able to count on workers’ compensation benefits to helps you deal with the aftermath. One thing that surprises workers is that they need to ensure that their injury is compensable. There are a few things that might render a claim ineligible because the injury wasn’t actually […]

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Workplace injuries can happen to anyone, and when they do, you’ll likely head over to MEDAC Health Services to get care. When you’re there, one of the most important things to do is to tell them that you’re there because of a workplace injury. After any significant injury, it’s important to go either to your local […]

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People who have physically demanding jobs should expect that employers will take steps to ensure that their job duties can be done as safely as possible. There are some hazards that are very obvious for many jobs, and simply ignoring those isn’t something that any employer should ever do. We understand that workers never think […]

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Many job duties involve using chemicals. When you are doing this type of job, you must follow proper safety protocol. However, not everyone is trained to do this nor are all workers given the protective equipment that they need to remain safe. When a worker is injured while using a chemical, it could lead to […]

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Being injured at work is the start of a nightmare for some people. There is a chance that you might be unable to return to work right away. Plus, the cost of medical care that you need might seem prohibitive. People who are injured on the job have the option of filing for workers’ compensation coverage. This […]

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People who work in the manufacturing industry often have serious hazards around them as a regular part of their job duties. Companies must ensure that their employees have the proper safety tools and procedures in place to help reduce the risks that come with these hazards. Unfortunately, not all do, and it is the workers […]

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If you work in the construction industry, you will be exposed to high levels of risk every day. These risks include dangerous machinery, working on potentiality dangerous structures, and falling objects. As a construction worker, you will be relieved to know that, in most situations, you will be able to financially mitigate these risks through […]

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