Power tools and similar equipment allow workers to perform tasks that usually require back-breaking physical work. But at the same time, these tools can also cause excessive vibration that can harm users. Excessive vibrations can cause hand-arm vibration syndrome...
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Month: May 2023
The hidden dangers of sitting all day
In contrast to occupations involving heavy machinery or exposure to the elements, desk jobs present a lower risk to employees. But there are downsides to living a sedentary lifestyle and performing repetitive work at a desk all day. In addition, many people falsely...
What should a pedestrian do after getting involved in a crash?
Traffic accidents are scary. Crashes could cause severe injuries, even if it is just a minor collision. Regarding road accidents, pedestrians have high risks of severe physical harm and, sometimes, fatalities. Unlike drivers, pedestrians have no protection from the...
What to do if your SSDI claim is denied
If you have applied for Social Security Disability Insurance, you likely have not worked for at least a year. Unfortunately, more than 60% of SSDI claims receive denials on their first submission. If you have received a denial, you may feel anxious and defeated, but...
Amazon slammed for failing to provide medical treatment for workers
Working for Amazon sounds like a fantastic job on paper – you get to work behind the scenes at one of the biggest online retailers in the world. But the latest labor news from Jeff Bezos’ multinational tech giant portrays the company as anything but a dream workplace....