Though workplaces in Wisconsin and the rest of the U.S. are much safer than they used to be, they still pose hazards to workers. Accidents can happen, sometimes because of the inherent nature of the work but more often because of some mistake made by workers or...
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The high rates of injury, illness among Wisconsin workers
When you work in Wisconsin, one thing that you should be aware of is the risk of injury in your occupation and how the employers in your state take steps to protect their employees. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics does collect data on workplace injuries and...
Every 7 seconds: The seriousness of workplace injuries
Did you know that someone is hurt while working every seven seconds? When you say it like that, it should be apparent how serious workplace accidents are. They injure thousands of people annually and have a true impact on the economy. According to the National Safety...
Hearing loss accommodations at the workplace
Unfortunately, thousands of workplace hearing loss incidents occur annually, many of which result in permanent hearing loss. Employees in Wisconsin and across the United States who have suffered job-related hearing loss may be entitled to specific workplace...
Tips for using a trash compactor safely
In your workplace, you have a commercial trash compactor that you have to use each shift. It's your job to take out the trash from the shift and to make sure it is compacted correctly. As part of your job duties, you can't avoid using the heavy machinery. It is...
How to establish a safe workspace
For companies in Wisconsin looking to set up a workplace safety program, OSHA offers a list of steps that can make the program as efficient and effective as possible. From the beginning, employers should make health and safety one of the core values of their business....
Common types of workplace injuries
No matter how careful you are, there is always a chance that you could get hurt at work. This may be true whether you work in a factory, in a field or from your Wisconsin home. Fortunately, you can reduce your chances of getting hurt by staying vigilant while...
When can’t you seek workers’ compensation?
As an employee at a major company, you've probably heard that you are able to seek workers' compensation if you get hurt on the job. There are some exceptions, though, and those are exceptions that you should know. In Wisconsin, injured workers have a right to seek...
The effects of workplace injuries on workers’ comp
In the United States, it's estimated that someone is injured in the workplace every seven seconds. That translates to 12,600 injuries at work every day and 4.6 million every year. Those numbers should speak to entrepreneurs in Wisconsin who are looking to prevent and...
How to avoid injuries and illness as a nurse
As a nurse in Wisconsin, you want to do all you can to stay safe. It begins with what you do outside of work. For example, some nurses injure themselves because drowsiness made them inattentive. Lack of sleep, together with a poor diet and lack of exercise, can also...
