Individuals who spend most of their time at work operating in office settings might not always be aware of the types of safety issues they might encounter on similar job sites. While these settings might not carry the same level of risk as some of the more dangerous...
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1 dead, 2 injured in workplace incident involving tanker trailer
Tanker trailers pose a risk for employees in North Carolina since they have limited ventilation. If they contain oxygen-consuming substances, like hog farm sludge, workers inside them could lose consciousness or even pass away. Recent reports indicate that a worker...
What are some common types of injuries suffered in dog bites?
There may be a multitude of dogs who are sociable by nature and might greet everyone they meet with signs of joy and contentment. Unfortunately, this might not always be the case with all dogs, as some may tend to exhibit aggressive behaviors or be prone to lashing...
Workplace accidents could lead to crush injuries
Caught-between incidents continue to be a prevalent cause of injury in many job fields. Whenever a body part is trapped between two objects, the force that is placed on this area could place workers in North Carolina at risk of suffering severe crush injuries....
Steps companies can take to reduce work incident risks
While the types of safety risks that exist may vary in each work environment, some safety concerns could be an issue in virtually any type of work setting. Workers in North Carolina may wish to know more about every step to take to protect their well-being regardless...
The importance of improving workplace ergonomics
The topic of improving workplace safety may go beyond addressing the risks of one-time incidents such as those involving slips, trips and falls or falling objects. There are various types of safety risks that may place strain on one’s body over time and finding ways...
Leading causes of workplace injuries for nurses
Many nurses may perform a variety of tasks while helping care for their patients and it might come as no surprise that this can prove a stressful and demanding profession at times. However, some nurses in North Carolina might not always be aware of the types of safety...
Mitigating the risks of back injuries in the workplace
It might come as no surprise that there are certain types of injuries that can take a devastating toll on your ability to perform everyday tasks. Back injuries are a prevalent type of health concern that could impact your life in various ways, and taking steps to...
Some workplace injuries could lead to chronic joint pain
There are a multitude of job-related tasks that can place significant pressure on joints and ligaments. Whether the pain in the joints stems from sudden injuries or builds up over time, similar concerns could affect a worker’s life in various ways and may even lead to...
Slip, trip and fall incidents can occur in many work settings
There are some types of safety hazards that may exist in nearly all work settings and the presence of such issues could place the safety of workers at substantial risk. Slip, trip and fall accidents are a type of incident that could occur at virtually any moment and...