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The warehouse environment demands long hours of physical labor, often involving heavy lifting, squatting, kneeling and walking on hard concrete floors. These repetitive movements, combined with the fast-paced nature of logistics and supply chain operations, place...
Most employers have to comply with workers’ compensation regulations. They provide coverage for workers who get hurt on the job. Workers’ compensation can also cover medical expenses associated with job-acquired medical conditions. If workers develop cancer or other...
Injuries sustained on the job can cause a variety of challenges. Workers can break a leg if they fall. They may develop soft tissue injuries that require weeks of rest. They may require medical care and either a leave of absence or light-duty job responsibilities...
There are many ways for professionals to sustain work injuries. Some of those risk factors are profession-specific. Factory workers may need to watch out for heavy machinery and be conscientious about chemical exposure. Retail workers have to worry about overexertion...
Violence is a potential safety concern wherever people congregate. Employees are sometimes at risk of violence when they are on the job. They could experience conflict with a co-worker or worse, aggressive conduct from members of the general public. Service sector...
The forest products industry is a critical part of Idaho’s economy, and those employed as loggers are vital to that industry. Logging is, of course, extremely strenuous – and sometimes literally back-breaking work. It would be a reasonable assumption that someone who...
Where would we be without healthcare workers? Their skills and ability to work under pressure help keep our communities going. Still, working in certain settings, such as a hospital, can be challenging and hazardous. Common hazards in the hospital Between 2021-2022,...
In Idaho, injured employees are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. These can cover medical expenses and provide financial support during recovery. However, an employee can get reassigned after an injury. These changes can affect the individual’s daily work...
Workplace accidents that lead to burn injuries can have both a short-term and long-term impact. Burn injuries can lead to extensive pain and suffering, along with the need for emergency medical treatment. They also take a long time to heal, so they could lead to...
Electrocution in the workplace is a serious concern. This type of workplace accident can cause severe burns to the skin or internal organs, paralysis, neurological damage or even death. Below are two types of workers who are likely to be at risk of electrocution:...