People who work in warehouses have physically demanding jobs. They must ensure that they’re doing what they can to remain safe. The onus is on the employer to ensure that workers have the training and tools they need to avoid injuries at work. Understanding what...
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Preventing foot and ankle injuries in the workplace
Your feet and ankles do a lot of the heavy lifting when it comes to moving your body around. In fact, it’s estimated that the average human takes around 7,500 steps every day – and walks about 110,000 miles in their lifetime. Much of that walking takes place at work....
You’re owed compensation even if a workplace accident is your fault
If you get injured in an accident at work, you may find yourself in the hospital with extensive medical bills, and you may also be losing wages while you're not on the job. You know that you need workers’ compensation to cover these costs. However, what if you mention...
Who has to provide your personal protective equipment?
The importance of wearing the correct safety gear in certain occupations cannot be overlooked. Personal protective equipment (PPE) includes helmets, gloves, safety glasses and boots, earmuffs, or overalls. Their purpose is to protect you or minimize your exposure to...
Do teen drivers think they’re dangerous drivers?
It’s clear that teen drivers cause a disproportionate number of car accidents. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration notes that their crash rates are so high mostly due to “immaturity, lack of skills, and lack of experience.” In other words, it’s clear to...
How does workers’ compensation help when you must change jobs?
Most injured workers only need temporary benefits from workers' compensation. After they get hurt on the job in Florida, they may need medical coverage to pay for their treatment. They may also need temporary disability benefits while they recover from their injury or...
Are holiday seasonal workers covered under workers’ compensation?
The holiday season is approaching, and retail stores, warehouses and factories are all hiring seasonal workers as quickly as they can. Are seasonal employees given the same protections as regular workers? In most situations, yes. The vast majority of employers in this...
Why is fatigue a major problem among warehouse workers?
If you have ever seen an ant colony with vast quantities of workers endlessly moving in perfect coordination, then you likely have a clear understanding of what warehouses are meant to look like. The problem is, humans are not ants. We do not have the same capacity to...
Does sitting aggravate back pain?
You injure your back trying to lift something heavy at work. At first, it doesn’t seem all that bad, and you assume the pain will go away after a day or two. You use ice packs and heating packs, and you avoid lifting again. But the pain does not go away. You feel all...
Did your boss pressure you to do something dangerous?
When your boss pressures you to do something, you likely feel like you essentially have no choice in the matter. If you say no, are you just going to get fired? Even if you keep your job, will you ruin your relationship with your boss, thus preventing you from getting...