7 Common Causes of Workplace Amputation Injuries
Unfortunately, work-related amputation injuries are not so uncommon. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), there was an average of 8.9 out of 100,000 amputations between 2007 and 2018. There are several possible causes of workplace amputation injuries...
Reducing the Risk of Amputation From Mechanical Power Presses
A mechanical power press is the most commonly used type of power press. Since it’s the most commonly used, it’s also the most researched power press in terms of use and safety. Workers who regularly use mechanical power presses are at a greater risk of...
12 Common Causes of Scaffolding Accidents in Chicago
Common Causes of Scaffolding Accidents Negligent Manufacturing Unsafe Scaffold Design Improperly Secured, Supported, Stabilized, or Fastened Scaffolds Malfunctioning Brakes Lack of Overhead Protection Lack of Guardrails Defective Pulleys Defective Fall Safety Systems...
Workers’ Comp Benefits: How Much Can I Get?
Just about everyone knows if they get hurt on the job they can apply for workers’ compensation benefits. What many people don’t know, however, is how much they are entitled to collect, or even whether or not their injury makes them eligible at all. Without this...
