Do you work in construction? Are you worried each day you go to work that you might be injured? It can be increasingly worrisome to work at a roadside construction site in Saint Croix, Wisconsin, for various reasons. The biggest reason of them all is that drivers have...
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has faulted two utility contractors for their part in an explosion that killed a volunteer firefighter and left two others injured. The incident took place in July 2018 in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. In a...
You may have heard that exposure to asbestos in the workplace can lead to cancer, and that is true. However, don't assume that this means nothing will happen if you don't get cancer. It's still very dangerous and can lead to all manner of serious conditions. One of...
A bar exploded in Wisconsin, and the blast was big enough to destroy surrounding businesses. It all happened while were trying to put in fiber communication lines. Through some mistakes in what information they were given, they did not know where the gas main was...
Carbon monoxide poisoning is very dangerous, as you may have no idea you're facing a toxic exposure issue. The gas itself is odorless and invisible. It can kill you before you even know you're breathing it in. The key is to watch out for symptoms and signs. If you...
As we head into 2019, it's time to focus on workplace safety. Many accidents and injuries can be prevented, but it is up to employers and employees to know how to make it happen. To help, here are some key tips for the upcoming year and beyond: 1. Stay alert and...
People often assume that workplace injuries are one-time events that heal up eventually and have no lasting impact. A broken leg from a fall off of a ladder is all but forgotten about, for instance. A minor scar is the only reminder of a cut from a power tool....
Installing windows, doors and other glass items in homes and stores across the United States is more dangerous than a lot of people realize. Glass is just so widely-used today that we tend not to think of the inherent risks. For those who work as glazing contractors...
Construction often have to work at heights, and falls are a serious risk. While it is impossible to completely eliminate the risk that a worker will fall, giving that worker fall protection gear -- a harness and a rope -- can reduce the odds of a serious injury or a...
A job site can have rules and regulations. Employers can talk about safety in meetings. They can provide safety equipment and train employees so that they know how to use it. They can pass OSHA inspections. They can even talk to employees about accident risks and use...
