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...
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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...
Construction accidents and the risks of head injuries
There are various types of safety risks that remain prevalent concerns in the construction industry. Incidents that occur on project sites can pose a significant threat to the health of workers in North Carolina. Studies indicate that some types of construction...
Addressing the topic of coverage in workers’ compensation
The fallout of a work-related accident could leave a person facing numerous challenges in life. Dealing with the financial trials involved can seem a harrowing concept and this topic may leave many workers in North Carolina in search of advice on their options. One of...
Why employers or insurers might dispute a workers’ comp claim
The outcome of a work-related accident could pose a significant threat to your health and leave you facing a variety of challenges in life. Preparing for the recovery process can seem an intimidating task, and you may worry that you will struggle to make ends meet...
1 killed after ditch collapsed during construction accident
Many construction project tasks may require workers to perform objects within a trench or a ditch, and even if this is necessary, it may also be somewhat dangerous at times. Should the area become unstable and collapse, workers in North Carolina could be buried...
Some safety techniques may be relevant in many professions
Finding ways to identify and address safety hazards may be an integral aspect of improving job site safety. This could prove somewhat challenging at times, as the types of hazards that exist may vary in each profession. However, there may also be certain safety...