Most common severe injuries in the oil and gas industry
The oil and gas industry is extremely dangerous. According to a recent analysis by E&E News, it might have the highest rates of severe injury in the country. Before looking at why the industry is so dangerous, it’s important to understand the petroleum industry’s supply chain, and where most of those injuries occur. Petroleum Industry Supply Chain […]
Preventing heat stroke from occurring at a work site
During the summer, Pennsylvania workers may be at risk for suffering heat stroke when the temperatures begin to rise. Because heat stroke can be dangerous, employers should be aware of the signs and symptoms of the condition. Heat stroke is considered a medical emergency as it can be fatal if it’s not treated. Those who […]
Truck brakes must be maintained for safety
Drivers in Pennsylvania have plenty to be concerned about when it comes to the dangers posed by poorly maintained truck brakes and equipment. When a large commercial truck drives with dangerously bad brakes, other drivers, cyclists and pedestrians on the road can pay a high price in case of a crash. Improperly maintained brakes may […]
How sanitation employers can keep their workers safe
Sanitation employers and employees in Pennsylvania may not be aware that the industry they work in is one of the most dangerous in the nation. Among civilian occupations in 2016, refuse and recyclable material collectors had the fifth highest fatal injury rate. This is according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Protecting sanitation […]
Deadly trucking crashes continue upward trend
For many Pennsylvania drivers, the fear of having a crash involving a large truck or bus can be very real. With the large size and mass of these vehicles, they have a significant potential to cause serious physical harm to other drivers, pedestrians and cyclists on the road in an accident. In addition, the number […]
Are back injuries covered by workers’ compensation?
Having to deal with any type of pain is unthinkable. Especially, if it becomes so unbearable that you can barely move. But what if the excruciating pain was from your back that you injured while working? What happens, will you be covered by workers’ compensation? Most states require employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance. You […]
Falls tied to nearly a third of construction claims
In Pennsylvania, as in other states, the construction industry is full of safety hazards. Falls from elevated surfaces are especially frequent. Nationwide Insurance recently found that out of the more than 10,000 workers’ compensation claims that it processed in the past five years, nearly a third were concerned with falls. Falls can be prevented, though, […]
Firm releases alarming distracted driving study
Accidents involving distracted drivers claimed 3,477 lives around the country in 2017 according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration figures, and most road safety experts expect the death toll to rise even higher in the years ahead. The alarming rise in distracted driving accidents and fatalities is generally blamed on cellphone use behind the wheel, […]
Workplace design may lead to pain for radiologists
Changes in how radiologists do their jobs could cause these Pennsylvania professionals to experience neck and back pain. Those who operate in picture archiving and communication spend less time in front of patients and more time in front of a computer. As work areas are not necessarily designed in an ergonomic manner, a worker could […]
Is it possible to sue an employer after suffering a work injury?
Workers’ compensation is a form of insurance that provides wage replacement and covers medical expenses for employees injured on the job. In exchange for the coverage no matter who was at fault, employees abdicate their right to sue the employer for negligence. Deviation from workers’ compensation allows the injured person to explore other avenues for […]
