After suffering serious injuries in a fall on the worksite, emergency responders rush the injured worker to receive immediate medical attention. Once the injured worker is stable, and perhaps even able to return home, then they have to begin preparing for long-term...
A work-related injury can disrupt your life. It can take a financial toll if you cannot work; it can cause frustration for your family; it can result in a great deal of physical and mental suffering for you. While workers' compensation benefits may not remedy all...
All construction workers know that they work in a particularly risky field. In their training and from their experience on the job, they often know what hazards and factors contribute to the chance of a worksite accident. However, a new study suggests that there is...
It is common to hear about concussions in the media nowadays, especially considering that they are a common risk in many sports. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines concussions as a type of traumatic brain injury, usually classified as mild....
Vibration hazards are frequent issues in the workplace. Workers grow accustomed to these hazards, even if it causes them to feel uncomfortable for a while after they leave the worksite. However, this discomfort could be a greater risk to industrial workers than they...
The loading dock is often the busiest place in many industrial plants and warehouses. With deliveries coming in and workers all about, it can quickly become very hectic. Unfortunately, such a hectic atmosphere often creates dangerous circumstances that increase the...
It is not only construction work that involves risks to workers. The flipside of this industry – demolition – also puts workers at risk of occupational injuries. Construction and demolition workers face very similar risks on the worksite, but safety for demolition...
Regardless of where individuals work, many are aware that the workplace could hold serious risks of occupational injuries. As we discuss in previous blog posts, there are a few particular hazards that commonly lead to serious work injuries across industries. However,...
We use electricity every day. We hardly give it a second thought at home, but it can pose considerable risks to workers on the job. It does not matter whether or not individuals work with electricity, they must ensure they do not overlook electrical hazards and the...
Working two jobs at the same time is a reality for many people. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, nearly 13 million workers have more than one job. Even though it is common to hold two – or more – jobs, there are a few matters Maryland workers must be aware of when...
