Maintaining a safe workplace environment is important for both employers and employees. However, environmental hazards, which workers cannot always avoid, can pose risks that lead to injuries. Understanding these hazards helps prevent accidents and ensures a safer...
Workers’ Compensation
4 injury risks distribution center employees face
In the bustling world of distribution centers, employees play a key role in the seamless flow of goods from manufacturers to consumers. However, the dynamic nature of these environments brings with it a set of challenges that pose risks to the well-being of workers....
What happens if I get an offer of employment while I’m on workers’ compensation?
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry reported the average weekly wage in 2023 for workers' compensation calculations was $1,273. For many people, this is much lower than what they are typically making while working a job. Due to this, receiving a job...
Understanding total disability and partial disability benefits status in workers’ compensation
When it comes to workplace injuries, understanding your rights and options is important. Workers’ compensation coverage provides you with financial support following an injury or illness related to your job. As you navigate the process, you might hear phrases such as...
What are some dangers that scaffolds present?
When walking on a scaffold, the danger you are in may not seem obvious at first. Collapsed scaffolding is often a source of spinal cord and brain trauma. Whether you are facing negligent coworkers or unsafe structures, learning about how scaffolds can harm you is...
Why are young workers more likely to get hurt at retail jobs?
Every job carries risks. Even if you’re doing everything that you’re supposed to, you could end up being taken by surprise by a situation that leaves you injured. If you don’t believe us, just look at recent reports indicating that even retail work can pose a...
Has Retail Work Become More Dangerous Than Factory Work?
There are a lot of dangerous jobs out there. But truth be told, some of the most dangerous are those that you would think are the safest. For example, just a few years ago, statistics showed that retail work was riskier than factory work, with 3.5 out of every 100 of...
Patient violence is a serious threat to health care workers
Workplace violence is more common than many people realize. In fact, almost 25,000 assaults occur in workplaces each year. What may be even more surprising is the fact that about 75% of those assaults happen in healthcare setting such as hospitals. As if that’s not...
What are the biggest threats to health care workers?
The primary job responsibility for health care workers in Pennsylvania is to ensure that patients are receiving the care they need. This can include administering medications, moving patients to different beds or areas, conducting surgeries and other medical...
Trench safety failures can cause worker injuries and death
In Pennsylvania, any type contracting and construction work will pose a risk to workers. Since these jobs are among the most common for workplace injuries and death, it is important to understand the fundamental safety requirements and what workers’ compensation...