Construction sites in Pennsylvania and around the country are known to be some of the most dangerous work environments. With the combination of heavy machinery, unstable surfaces and lots of loose materials, it's no surprise that working as a construction worker is a...
When Pennsylvania residents get injured on the job, many of them apply for workers' compensation. Workers' compensation is a type of benefit paid out to workers who have work-related injuries or illnesses. This type of help is extremely critical because it enables you...
Residents of Pennsylvania may want to learn more about avoiding injuries in manufacturing jobs. Certain injuries are the most common, and it would be helpful to be aware of what these are. Most common types of injuries from the National Safety Council According to...
The Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Act makes it possible for individuals to receive financial compensation for injuries they sustain in the workplace. These are injuries that happen while participating in acts to further the interests of an employer. Employees...
There's no doubt that fatigue can be extremely dangerous in the workplace. For some, that danger is simply financial while others may end up dealing with serious injuries or even death. In fact, according to The National Safety Council, over 13% of Pennsylvania...
The quarterly magazine Screen Education has released a study called Digital Distraction & Workplace Safety, which should interest all workers in Pennsylvania. As part of the study, researchers conducted a survey of 1,019 employees in the U.S. Distractions lead to...
Welding requires a high degree of skill, experience and safety to complete. High heat, heavy objects and lots of electricity for powering an arc welder or similar welding tool will put a worker at risk of various dangers while welding. Skilled welders are highly adept...
Falls are some of the most common causes of on-the-job injuries in Pennsylvania and around the country, and about one in five fall-related injuries is suffered by a worker using ladders. This kind of accident is especially common on construction sites, and emergency...
Workers in Pennsylvania know that strict safety procedures are critical to providing a healthy workspace. Companies and manufacturers set up rules and regulations that need to be followed to help ensure that everyone on the job stays safe. In spite of this, accidents...
A significant number of workers' compensation claims in the construction industry involve a fall from an elevated surface. Construction workers and employers in Pennsylvania should know that fall-related injuries, more than other injuries, can leave victims dealing...
