The National Safety Council submitted a 2017 investigative report stating that 99.7% of manufacturing workplace injuries are non-fatal. These are injuries include sprains, strains, tears, cuts, lacerations, punctures, soreness, pain, fractures, bruises and contusions....
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Workplace Injuries
Could fatigue factor into injuries on the job?
Not every day at work turns out to be the most productive; an employee may show up on the job feeling a little tired and sluggish. However, the decision to work while a bit drowsy could lead to regrettable consequences for a Pennsylvania worker. Even a slight loss of...
What are the most common manufacturing-related injuries?
No matter what type of manufacturing work you do, that work can put you at risk. The tools that you use for assembly could also be the cause of injury. Lifting heavy machinery or products can strain your muscles. The repeated motions you perform on an assembly line...
Can I suffer a work injury while working from home?
Both here in Harrisburg and around the country, employers have directed their staff to work from home whenever possible. This is meant to slow down the spread of COVID-19. But mandatory work-from-home government orders and company policies could have an unintended...
What jobs cause the most back injuries?
Back injuries are incredibly prevalent at work. Just about any job that has a physical component puts workers at risk for back injuries, which can be painful and life changing. Here are some of the professions in which back injuries are the most common: Nursing and...
Why is construction and nursing so bad on the back?
If you were to ask most people what type of job roles are most likely to result in a serious back injury, they'd probably point to a physically-intensive position such as mover, delivery or sanitation worker. However, almost any job can be potentially damaging to a...
How do you treat a neck strain?
A neck strain isn't the most serious injury, but it can turn into a nagging problem if you don't take immediate action. And if that happens, you may come to find that you're unable to live your best life.If you suffer a neck strain, such as on the job while lifting a...
A sprained ankle can put you on the shelf
A sprained ankle is a common injury that no one wants to suffer. Not only is it painful and uncomfortable, but it limits your ability to do the things you love for an extended period.There are many common causes of a sprained ankle, from stepping in a hole to slipping...
State program to enforce work zone speed limits takes effect
People who work on and near roads and bridges doing construction and repair have some of the most dangerous jobs there are. Much of the danger comes from drivers who are frustrated about having to slow down, stop or take detours. Too often, they ignore posted speed...
Internal bleeding: A serious injury that requires immediate care
Internal bleeding is a serious injury that requires immediate medical care. But there's a problem: Since you can't see this injury, it often goes undetected.There are a variety of symptoms associated with internal bleeding, with the impact depending largely on the...
