As unfortunate as it may be, toxic chemicals remain a big part of many industries. Even though many of these chemicals are no longer actively used, they still remain in structures throughout the country. Asbestos, for example, was used as a fire retardant and as...
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Improper lifting technique can cause a back injury
Are you required to lift heavy items as part of your job? Do you realize that one false move could result in a serious injury? Improper lifting technique is a major problem in many industries, with some unsure of how they can keep themselves safe when moving heavy...
There are many ways to treat spinal cord trauma
If there is one thing you need to know about spinal cord damage it is this: There is no way to reverse any damage that this part of your body sustains. Even though this sounds bad, it's good to know that there are a variety of treatment options available. With the...
Know how to name the right beneficiary
Are you in the process of creating an estate plan? Are you making changes to an estate plan that you already have in place? Although there are many things you need to think about, at some point you will turn all your attention to choosing the right beneficiary or...
What are the most common on-the-job injuries?
Regardless of your profession, job title, or the industry in which you work, there is always a chance that you could suffer an on-the-job injury. As you can imagine, some of these injuries are more serious than others. Even so, you need to do whatever you can to...
How can employers help keep employees safe?
As an employee, you hope that your employer will do whatever it takes to keep you safe at all times. Unfortunately, this isn't always the case. Instead, there are times when safety is swept under the rug, with your company putting other things, such as money, first....
Do you know what to avoid when lifting a heavy object?
Do you work in an environment where lifting heavy objects is part of your day-to-day life? This may hold true if you work in a warehouse setting or in the construction industry. While most are familiar with proper lifting technique, such as lifting with their legs,...
What are the symptoms of broken ribs?
When you work in a physically demanding environment, such as the construction injury, there is always the chance that you could suffer an injury. For example, broken ribs are a common injury that can change your life in many ways as you recover. It's important to...
What’s the right treatment of a dislocated shoulder?
Depending on your job, you may find yourself risking injury on a regular basis. For instance, if you work in construction, you never know if you could injure your neck, back or shoulder by lifting heavy items. A dislocated shoulder is not the most serious injury you...
6 things to know about repetitive motion injuries
Repetitive motion injuries lead to considerable issues for . An employee who has been affected by a repetitive motion injury can suffer from significant pain. Medical treatment, time off work and similar factors can make life difficult. These might opt to pursue ’...


