If you get hurt on the job, go get medical treatment. Do it as soon as possible. Don’t try to tough it out. Don’t put it off. Just go get the treatment that you need. The first reason for this, of course, is that you don’t know the scope of the injury. It could be […]
Tragically, a man has been killed in California after an accident on a construction site. The incident happened in San Rafael on Tuesday, Sept. 18. According to the reports, the man had arrived at the job site and was sitting near the piece of plywood. It is unclear exactly what he was doing, but it […]
If a co-worker expresses concerns about the safety of a ladder or mentions worrying about on-site injuries from a fall, do you really take it seriously? Even safety-minded individuals often overlook these risks. We’re just so accustomed to using ladders every day that it seems very safe. It can be safe, but the reality is […]
Worker safety on small farms is something of a point of contention in the United States. While other types of businesses have to answer to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Congress determined decades ago that the same oversight should not apply to these small farming operations. They’re often family-run farms, though they may […]
Suffering a back injury at work can lead to extensive medical treatment and could even change the course of your career. One potential issue you face is throwing your back out while simply trying to perform the duties associated with your employment. How do you know if that is what you’ve done? The first thing […]
Coming in contact with boiling water or scalding steam puts you in serious danger of suffering significant burns. In some occupations, this is a constant threat and something that all workers must be aware of. You may have heard that even when steam and water are technically the same temperature, steam can cause worse burns. […]
Losing a spouse in a tragic workplace accident is something no one expects, but thousands of families go through it every year. If it happens to you, it is important to know how to move forward with your life. This is difficult. Expect it to take time. That’s all right. One key thing to keep […]
You may feel like your back injury happened suddenly, but is that really true? While certain events definitely can lead to instant injuries — such as getting into a car accident — the reality is that a lot of back ailments are the result of cumulative damage. Over time, putting a little strain on your back […]
Burn injuries are incredibly painful, and they can lead to permanent scarring and even disabilities. It is crucial that those who are first on the scene know what type of aid to give the injured person. If that person’s burns are fairly severe, here are seven important steps to take: 1. Help the person so that they […]
Suffering a head injury on the job in California can be devastating to your life and career. It could wind up being serious enough that you find yourself no longer able to work. Or, you could require a lengthy period of rehabilitation before returning to your job. Either way, you need to avoid suffering such […]
