Machinists face many injuries at work
Working in a machine shop comes with many hazards, many of which can’t be fully removed. Some of these dangers can lead to catastrophic injuries. Understanding these can help machinists to avoid injuries. The onus for keeping machinists safe is on the employer, but the machinists can suffer grave injuries if the employer fails to […]
What workers should know about traumatic brain injuries
All workers deserve a safe workplace, so employers must ensure that they provide all the protocols and equipment necessary to make that happen. Unfortunately, it’s still possible that workers will suffer injuries while they do their job. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the more serious injuries that can occur at work. Understanding […]
Daycare and childcare employees are prone to workplace injuries
Childcare workers contribute to the development and well-being of children, but their job comes with risks. Those who work with children face various occupational injuries that can impact their health and ability to work. Learn more about the risks of this meaningful occupation and how to obtain compensation for your harm. Common injury types Daycare […]
2 workplace dangers teachers and college professors endure
Millions of kids are back in school, with their nose to the grindstone, working alongside teachers to score well on their tests and advance to the next grade. Likewise, teachers and college professors work countless hours to provide their students with the curriculum they need to be contributing members of society. All that work teachers […]
Are all workplace injuries covered by workers’ compensation?
Oklahomans are hard workers, but sometimes incidents happen on-the-job that cause serious injuries. When this happens, Oklahomans may choose to pursue workers’ compensation benefits to help them make ends meet financially while they recover from their injury. However, not every incident that leads to injuries is compensable under the state’s workers’ compensation laws. The following […]
A range of injuries may be covered by workers’ compensation
A fall at work or a car accident in a company vehicle may leave a Tulsa worker with financial losses and medical problems. When individuals get hurt while doing their jobs, they may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. However, new injuries from accidents and incidents are not the only types of harm that may […]
Injuries that may qualify for workers’ compensation
A workplace injury is a major problem for a Tulsa resident. Aside from the pain they may suffer from their ailment, they must also deal with potentially having to take time off work to seek medical treatment and to recuperate. Unlike injuries that happen on a worker’s personal time, workplace injuries may be compensable by […]
5 common warehouse safety hazards for workers
Each day, thousands of Oklahomans spend their day working in warehouses across the state, helping store and distribute everything from food for grocer’s shelves to what consumers order on Amazon. Since the beginning of 2018, the United States has seen an increase of warehouse workers, up about 1 million, in an industry where about 5% […]
Do robots make warehouses safer?
Working in an Oklahoma warehouse, you know the high risk of injury in your job. You and all the other employees move around at a quick pace to meet production demands. Loose items on the floor, spills and forklifts add to the dangers you face every day. To reduce the risk of injury, some warehouses […]
Radiologists often suffer from work-related back ailments
According to the American College of Radiology, lower back pain affects one-third of U.S. radiology professionals. In many cases, technology is to blame for such ailments. Oklahoma radiologists often have to sit for long periods of time in front of a computer. The authors of a review published in the Journal of the American College […]