Occupation-related hearing loss is a reality in many industries, particularly those where heavy machinery and power tools are used, such as construction, mining, manufacturing, aviation and entertainment. Whether or not you can recover from hearing loss often depends...
Workplace Injuries
Contact injuries when using machinery in the workplace
Machinery is often a necessity in the workplace, but it also comes with risks. Many workplace accidents and injuries revolve around the use of this machinery, and injuries can happen when employees make mistakes or when machines malfunction. The Centers for Disease...
Heavy equipment reduces physical strain but poses another risk
The heavy equipment and power tools used in the construction sector and in other blue-collar professions help to limit the wear on workers' bodies. The machine does much of the heavy labor, reducing the manual effort required to install a roof or break up cement. ...
Accidents aren’t necessary for tools to cause worker injuries
Power tools and other equipment help make blue-collar jobs less physically demanding for workers. Instead of manually performing every job function, workers can rely on tools for much of the force necessary to break cement, nail down shingles or drill holes. The tool...
Worker-related sound exposure could lead to hearing loss
Many people have to work in an environment where they are exposed to a high level of noise. This can be very dangerous and could lead to hearing loss. It is especially problematic when the noise reaches 85 dB or higher, as averaged out over the workday. There are...
Manual labor workers may be at risk for tennis elbow
When tennis players practice or play matches, they repeat the same swinging motion with a racket many times. This can sometimes lead to painful inflammation of the muscles, tendons, and ligaments on the outside of the elbow. This condition is known as tennis elbow,...
On-the-job knee injuries can lead to lifelong problems
Knee injuries are among the most common injuries that occur in the workplace. While they’re more common in certain industries, such as construction and factory work, every worker is at risk of this type of injury. One thing that makes knee injuries so challenging is...
How does Ohio law address workplace fatalities?
Workplace fatalities leave families devastated and uncertain about the next steps. In Ohio, several laws guide how these incidents are addressed, offering families a chance to seek justice and compensation. Understanding how Ohio law responds to workplace fatalities...
Two strategies for preventing holiday workplace injuries
Although the holidays are a time of merriment, it is also peak season for workplace accidents. Workloads tend to increase toward the end of the year causing stress. However, managing your workload on top of holiday stress can leave you distracted. Without knowing it,...
The leading safety and health risks of professional painting
Working as a professional painter may not involve as many risks as doing construction work. However, those who make their living this way should never underestimate the risk of injury or health issues they face – nor should they ignore work-related injuries and other...