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The construction industry plays a vital role in shaping the nation, from transforming landscapes to preserving infrastructure. However, construction work is inherently dangerous – and some of those dangers all too regularly prove fatal. According to the Occupational...
When thinking of jobs that might be thought of as “dangerous”, a grocery store clerk is not one that usually springs to mind. As with any profession, however, it doesn’t come without its own risks. Below are some of the common types of injuries grocery store workers...
While you’ll probably feel proud of your child for passing their driving test, you may also worry for their safety. It’s natural, as driving is a high risk activity, and young, newly qualified drivers are the highest risk category of anyone. So what can you do to help...
When you think about on-the-job injuries, you probably don’t consider exposure to hazardous chemicals. However, this is a risk across many manufacturing industries. You don’t necessarily have to break a bone or take a bang on the head to be eligible for workers’...
Over the past few years, remote work has become more popular than it has ever been. Although some organizations are now pushing to get workers back into an office-type setting, many employers now understand the virtues of allowing their workforce to operate remotely...
Back injuries like strained muscles, disc degeneration, herniated discs and torn or pulled ligaments are some of the common injuries sustained by healthcare workers. Healthcare workers like nurses are susceptible to these injuries thanks to the nature of their work. ...
Some jobs may be more physically demanding than others, but every job puts some degree of strain on a worker's body. For example, office workers often develop repetitive stress injuries or cumulative trauma. Workers who spend all day holding a phone or typing at a...
They say doctors and nurses make terrible patients, usually because they ignore their own distress to continue helping others. While admirable, this could ultimately take away your ability to help anyone. If you become too affected by your physical problems, they may...
According to workplace injury statistics, the manufacturing industry is particularly dangerous. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that manufacturing workers represent roughly 20% of all reported worker injuries in any given year. There are many...
The healthcare field is one of the most professionally demanding industries. Healthcare workers stay on their feet for long hours in high-pressure environments, and this reality can take a huge toll on the body. In fact, studies show that occupational injuries occur...
