Construction is a hazardous field of employment. There are many activities that construction workers engage in that can lead to significant injuries, including working with power tools and in demolition jobs, as heavy equipment operators, sewer and duct construction...
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Weather risks are real: Have an emergency plan discussion at work
As spring turns to summer, one risk that workers still need to be aware of is the threat of weather-related hazards. Though North Carolina is generally warm throughout the spring and summer, a few cold snaps and chilly days or nights could still happen. For workers...
Back injury prevention should be a priority for employers
Many back injuries are preventable, especially when they occur at work. Employers who genuinely care about their employees will put in the effort to make sure that they minimize the risk of unnecessary back injuries -- and that can also positively affect their...
Wind chill and weather hazards make outdoor work dangerous
Working in North Carolina, the temperatures don’t usually drop too far. However, even a chilly day can pose a danger to those working outside. Winter weather can create a number of dangerous conditions such as slippery surfaces, cold temperatures, and strong winds....
Could your chronic pain qualify you for workers’ comp benefits?
If you slip at work at break your leg, the pain you feel is acute and directly related to your accident and injury. It should not be difficult to draw workers’ compensation benefits based on the circumstances of your injury. But suppose you work in a warehouse...
Who controls your medical treatment in a North Carolina workers’ compensation claim?
When you’re hurt on the job and you can’t work, the last thing you need is a pile of medical bills. Workers’ compensation is designed to step in after on-the-job injuries and provide money for the medical care you need and for the time you have to take away from work....
Should you file for SSD while on workers’ compensation?
You were seriously injured on the job, and it looks like you won’t be able to return to work anytime soon -- if ever. Should you file for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits now, or should you wait until your workers’ compensation claim is settled? There’s no...
Jobs that might put you at risk of a repetitive motion injury
Not all injuries that people suffer on the job involve dramatic accidents with malfunctioning machinery. Sometimes, it is just the daily performance of your job responsibilities that will cause a serious injury. Repetitive motion injuries, sometimes also referred to...
Protecting workers from heat stress
Summer months can be brutal for workers in many industries. From construction work in the direct sunlight to factory work in an industrial building with poor ventilation, workers can be at risk for numerous heat-related sicknesses such as heat stroke, heat exhaustion,...
What injuries do nurses in hospitals face while on the job?
Nurses often go into medicine because they want to help other people. Their profession involves very hands-on work that requires both physical care and emotional support on the part of individual nurses. Nursing can often be a thankless job, and for many nurses,...