It has been an intensely hot summer—with temperatures rising above 100 degrees in parts of the country. For workers whose job involves being outdoors, the heat is posing serious safety concerns. For some, this weather has even proved fatal. So, what is being done to...
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Year: 2019
Warehouse workers at high risk of injury on the job
In December 2018, dozens of workers in an Amazon warehouse facility in Robbinsville, New Jersey were injured or sickened when an automated machine punctured a can of bear repellant. This week, workers at an Amazon facility in Shakopee, Minnesota went on strike to...
Work-related heat illness a concern for outdoor workers
As summer temperatures continue across the country, many workers are likely thankful to work in an air-conditioned building. However, for those who work outside, heat-related illness at work is a genuine concern. Heat illnesses come in a wide range of severity and can...
Have any of the 10 most common injuries occurred where you work?
A work accident can happen anywhere. However, some types of injuries occur much more frequently than others. Many of these common injuries can be prevented through safety measures, training, and attention to workers’ well-being. The top 10 causes of serious workplace...
Lockout/Tagout: Protecting workers who deal with hazardous energy
Any machine that harnesses energy, from hydraulics to electrical equipment, poses a significant risk to workers who perform maintenance on it. Failure to effectively shut down a piece of equipment prior to maintenance can result in severe injuries, or even death....
The top 3 causes of injury in crane accidents
Construction workers face a myriad of risks on the job, every single day. Between physical and mental exhaustion and heavy equipment, it is easy to see how accidents happen. Risk of injury is especially high when a project involves cranes. Today, we cover the top...
These industries put workers at risk for respiratory problems
Millions of workers in numerous industries breathe in harmful substances every day in their job. Without the proper safety measures, exposure to certain materials can lead to serious lung and airway problems. Known as “occupational respiratory conditions” or...
Can workers’ comp cover a work-related heart attack?
Just another day on the job. Whether it's lifting heavy boxes in a warehouse or moving building materials on a construction site, workers across the country engage in strenuous activity every day. Until one day, chest pain or shortness of breath leave them down for...
How the ‘gig economy’ could be putting workers in danger
The so-called gig economy is a burgeoning part of the labor market. It consists of independent workers and freelancers who work temporary jobs as their own employers. And in fact, there are an estimated 75 million people workers making up this sector. Unfortunately,...
Women: Know your options after a workplace assault
When people talk about workplace hazards that lead to serious injuries or illnesses they often think of falling equipment or dangerous heavy machinery. However, workplace incidents are not just the result of inanimate objects, they are also the result of the actions...