In Wisconsin and other areas across the United States, thousands of hard-working employees sustain injuries in their lines of work. A sliver of these injuries affects the eyes, arguably the most important sensory organ in the human body. Although humans can't always...
Workplace Injuries
Repetitive movements and bursitis
Bursitis is a joint-related issue that is often seen in middle-aged adults. Sometimes, it's known by other names, including tennis elbow. However, it can also be seen in other body parts, like the shoulders, knees and hips. Workers in Wisconsin should be aware that...
PANTHER looks to learn more about traumatic concussions
A new research effort taking place in Wisconsin, called PANTHER, is there to work on ways to handle concussions and the brain injury's potentially long-term impact. At the University of Wisconsin-Madison, researchers are working on processes to better identify...
A few expert tips for using a ladder safely
In the workplace, ladder accidents are a common threat. You could be a retail worker getting something from a high shelf, an electrician putting in a light fixture, a construction worker putting on siding or a painter who has to climb 30 feet up the side of a house....
10 mistakes to avoid for a safer workplace
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...
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...
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...
Work injuries and types of benefits the victims can receive
In Wisconsin, the workers' compensation program can provide benefits to those who have been injured on the job and to the eligible dependents of those who died at work. Ideally, there should be no need for such a program, but accidents happen even in the most...
How can workers recognize heat-related illnesses?
As the weather starts warming up, it's time to review what it takes to stay safe in hotter temperatures. Though Wisconsin is not always the hottest place in the United States, workers who are outside on hot and humid days can still face heat exhaustion and heat...
How to prevent eye injuries at work
Each day, roughly 2,000 people ithroughout the United States experience an eye injury at work. Of those who are injured, up to 20% will lose their vision either temporarily or permanently. Furthermore, about 10% of those who experience eye injuries at work will need...
