Do you often find yourself working in a trench on your job? Do you have concerns about your safety? Do you trust that your employer is doing whatever it takes to keep you safe when you're working below grade? Working safely in a trench requires implementing certain...
Month: March 2018
Do you know how to work safely in the rain?
Depending on your profession, you may find yourself working outdoors on a regular basis. While there's nothing wrong with this, you can't assume that the weather will always cooperate. For example, there will be times when the rain begins to fall. Here are several...
Things that can cause an outdoor slip-and-fall accident
If you work outdoors, even only part of the day, it's important to become familiar with the many causes of a potential slip-and-fall accident. This information can help you avoid trouble, thus preventing an on-the-job injury. Here are some of the many things that can...
What are the primary signs of a spine injury?
You never want to learn that you have suffered a spine injury, as this can change your life in a number of ways. For example, the most serious type of spine injury could result in paralysis. Even if you have reason to believe you'll never injure your spine, you don't...
A foot crush injury requires prompt medical attention
When carrying a heavy object, you need to take special care, as one slip can lead to a serious accident that results in extensive harm to your body. For example, if you're carrying a large tool on a construction site, dropping it could result in a foot-crush injury....
What do you know about falling objects on construction sites?
If you work in the construction industry, you get into the habit of watching where you're walking. You know that any type of debris on the ground could get in your way, thus causing a slip-and-fall accident. However, there's something else you need to know: An object...