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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Falls are a common workplace injury, especially in workplaces such as factories, warehouses and construction sites. In fact, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) lists falls as one of the most common causes of workplace accidents. Workers can fall...
Truck drivers face many hazards that are a regular part of the job both on and off the road. They often drive in adverse weather conditions for long hours at a time, must maneuver around unsafe drivers, and are often under a tight delivery schedule that leaves no room...
Eye injuries are some of the most debilitating workplace injuries in Pennsylvania. An eye injury could cause you to lose part of your eyesight or even go blind. Luckily, most types of injuries can be avoided if you're wearing the right equipment. How can you prevent...
Construction continues to be one of the most hazardous industries for Pennsylvania workers. In 2019, the state’s workers’ compensation board received 9,906 reports of construction injury or illness, according to an annual report. The injury rate indicates construction...
Of all the job hazards that employees face every day, one problem that’s shared all over is the issue of intentional violence. There are roughly two million reports of workplace violence every year, and they result in hundreds of fatalities and thousands of injuries....
