Many people believe working as a teacher or educator is one of the safest forms of employment. While teachers do not typically face catastrophic injury risks, they do suffer from workplace injuries, many of them affecting their ability to work. Common injuries and...
Fishing is often considered one of the most dangerous jobs that anyone can do in the United States. It may not be the largest industry, but the rate at which people are injured or even lose their lives on the job is very high. But why is this? From the outside,...
People think of certain industries as being more violent or dangerous than others. If you were to ask the average person, they would likely name law enforcement or maybe private security as the profession with the highest degree of risk for violence in the workplace....
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn to minimize the risks associated with workplace hazards. Serious injuries or illnesses can arise from chemical, radiological, electrical, or other workplace hazards. This is why it is important to always put safety first....
Teens make up a significant part of the temporary holiday workforce. Eager to earn a little money to buy gifts and out of school for a few weeks over vacation, you can find them in stores, Christmas tree lots, restaurants and even dressed as Santa or one of his elves....
Your boss can give you assignments at work that you have to follow through on, and there is always a risk you could be injured on the job. In some industries, such as the construction industry, the risk is relatively high. But you could be injured in virtually any...
Construction workers face significant hazards on the job. It’s up to the construction company to ensure that these workers have what they need to remain safe. This includes proper equipment, protocol and training. Some hazards are more common in construction than...
Whether you work for a mail delivery service or just have to make a stop to deliver paperwork for your employer during your shift, you could be at risk of coming into contact with aggressive animals. Dogs, in particular, are common around the country and have the...
Many workplace injuries can be quickly recovered from. However, there are some cases that may cause long-lasting disability. Workers in this situation may feel it is best to quit their current occupation and seek new employment. This could cause issues if the employee...
Many people who spend their careers working in labs are highly committed scientists, researchers, doctors and others who wouldn’t want to work anywhere else. However, most lab work comes with some serious risks. Over 500,000 people in the U.S. work in labs. Among the...