Burns are an occupational hazard that many workers have to face. This is especially the case for those in the hospitality sector, such as chefs and wait staff. Burns can occur in various ways. For instance, a chef could be burned due to exposure to naked flames. A...
Injuries
What are the biggest hazards in commercial kitchens?
The restaurant industry constantly evolves, but safety measures haven’t changed very much over the last few years. While every workplace has its own unique hazards, commercial kitchens seem to revolve heavily around certain specific issues. These include: 1. Slips...
Protective gear every construction worker should wear on a job site
If you’re a construction worker, you should wear personal protective equipment (PPE) on job sites to enhance your safety. Knowing which protective gear to use when the need arises can help you comfortably work in challenging outdoor conditions, operate heavy machinery...
Common injuries for professional chefs
Chefs feed the nation, which is a very important and rewarding role. However, it’s no secret that being a chef is hard work. Not only do chefs have to work in busy environments for long hours, but they are also exposed to some serious injury risks. What are some of...
Falling objects at work can cause brain injuries
There are certain professions that people associate with falling objects. Construction workers, for example, get struck by tools or even communication devices dropped from a higher altitude frequently. There are numerous tools and systems that exist specifically to...
Falls are a bigger risk to workers than people realize
There are many professions that are strongly associated with an obvious and direct risk of falling. For example, construction workers and window washers are among those who are at increased risk for a fall when compared with the general public because their jobs may...
2 common injuries suffered by delivery drivers
We are now well into the holiday season and it’s a busy time for most industries. Delivery drivers, perhaps, have more to do than anyone else. Some individuals like to be organized early and get their presents delivered long before Christmas day. Others prefer to...
Sitting down at work all day could harm your health
A few months ago, you may have been thankful that you work inside. You stayed warm in your seat while others had to carry on outside in the bitter cold. Now summer is on its way, and you might be wishing you could get out more. However, the weather is not the only...
What injury risks do you face as a health care worker?
Data published by the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) captures how health care workers have one of the highest job-related injury risks of all employees. It's even higher for them than it is for workers in the manufacturing, construction...
Is it dangerous to work on a ladder?
Regardless of your profession, it’s likely that you rely on a variety of tools to provide your employer with a top-notch performance. For example, you may spend a good portion of your day climbing up and down a ladder, such as if you work as a painter or roofer. If...