When you think of workers' compensation benefits, you might think about workers who suffer catastrophic injuries like amputated limbs. While it is true that those individuals can usually receive benefits, they aren't the only ones who can qualify for workers'...
Month: December 2017
Which type of workers are most at risk for mesothelioma?
If you turn on the television today, it doesn't take long before you hear a commercial about the adverse effects exposure to asbestos can have on your health. Thousands of Americans worked with the naturally-occurring material leading up to it being banned in the...
Muscle tears are painful but treatable
Depending on the way you live your life, it's always possible you could tear a muscle at some point. While muscle tears are every bit as painful as they sound, it's nice to know that this injury is treatable. It's not easy to make a full recovery, but the right...
Frostbite: From symptoms to complications
Like many people, you may find yourself working outdoors during the cold winter months. You rely on it for a paycheck and may show up from day to day on auto-pilot, but you need to keep your health and safety in mind at all times.Depending on the circumstances,...
Dangerous lighting issues in the workplace
Improper lighting is a huge risk in the workplace. It can lead to many workplace accidents and injuries, including slip-and-fall accidents. For example, a stairwell always needs to be well-lit so that workers don't trip, especially if the stairs are not perfectly even...
Car accident in a company vehicle?
Workplace injuries happen all the time, regardless of the industry or job sector where you work. Many occupations that require regular physical activity are more likely than others to generate job injuries, but some jobs that primarily involve paperwork may also hold...
The many types of construction personal protection equipment
If you work in the construction industry, you know that there is danger lurking around every corner. It only takes one mistake by you or another worker to lead to a serious injury or even death.This is why you need to learn more about the many types of construction...
A Leola worker suffers third-degree burns in a saw mill fire
A fire, that started in a warehouse at saw mill owned by H.M. Stauffer & Sons in the early morning hours of Thursday, Nov. 30, sent one of the company's workers to the hospital suffering from life-threatening burns about his whole body. Police are still...
Do you know how to work safely in the snow?
Just as extreme heat can lead to dehydration, heat stroke and a variety of other health concerns, there are problems that can come into play when working in cold weather and snow. As one of our Pennsylvania readers, you know that the winter months can bring quite a...
Safe roofing practices are an absolute must
If you often find yourself working on a roof of residential or commercial properties, it's imperative to understand the steps you can take to remain safe at all times.It only takes one mistake when working at height to cause serious injury or even death. Before you...