It’s not uncommon these days for people to work well into their 60s and even longer. Some do it because they simply can’t afford to retire. Others can’t imagine giving up their work and spending their days gardening or fishing. According to the Bureau of Labor...
You know that there are going to be risks that you have to take on the job. Maybe you're a construction worker and you know that you're going to have to climb ladders, or perhaps you're a roofer and you know that you're going to have to work at heights all the time....
As we draw nearer to warm weather, it is important to draw attention to the health risks inherent in working under extreme heat conditions. Those who perform physical labor outdoors, such as road workers, roofers, landscapers and postal delivery workers, are at risk...
While most employers need to hold workers' compensation insurance, it does not mean that getting it is straightforward. Employers can sometimes be difficult because they do not want to see their premiums rise. Insurers can often be obstructive because they know if...
Forklifts are commonplace in almost every warehouse across the country. They make it far easier to carry heavy goods from one place to another. While the benefits of forklifts are numerous, they are also potentially dangerous pieces of machinery. Recognizing some of...
Should you ever find yourself injured while on the job, you may have a workers' compensation claim. Let’s say that you are constantly lifting heavy packages onto a conveyer belt. You’ve been doing this for years, but today you feel something pop in your lower back as...
With the growing popularity of online shopping, warehousing workers are getting increasingly busy. And while overtime paychecks are welcome benefits, especially during these tough economic times, working for long hours also comes with its share drawbacks: employee...
When you are hurt on the job, you may be entitled to a workers’ compensation claim to help offset your medical expenses and obtain replacement wages. Illinois law requires employers to have some form of workers’ compensation insurance for their employees. ...
There are many potential risks if you work around chemicals. For instance, some workers suffer serious burns if their skin touches those chemicals. This is why having the right personal protection equipment is so important. However, even just breathing in the...
The majority of working environments contain some safety hazards. Thankfully, most people go about their day without being injured. However, injuries do occur, and they are not as rare as you might think. Construction workers are exposed to a number of risks through...