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3 Ergonomic solutions to prevent workplace repetitive strain injuries
A person can perform optimally on the job if their work environment is conducive enough for them to do so. As much as the wonders of modern technology provide progressive means of fulfilling tasks, they still expose workers to tools and processes that tend to be risky when forcibly and frequently used and done….
Multi-vehicle accidents: What causes them and who’s at fault?
Any accident between two cars is bad enough. But an accident with more than two cars takes road catastrophe to another lethal level. A multi-vehicle accident, also called a pile-up collision or a chain reaction accident, often occurs when a car rear-ends another car in front of it, propelling it to hit another, and…
Are employers required to have workers’ compensation insurance?
Some occupations have higher risks of accidents and injuries than others. Fortunately, employees could feel safe knowing they can seek workers’ compensation after a workplace injury. However, some employers might not have workers’ compensation insurance. In New Jersey, the law requires all employers within the state to offer insurance coverage for their workers and…
What are repetitive strain injuries?
Repetitive stress or strain injuries, also known as RSIs, have a major foothold in numerous different workplaces across the entire working class. But what exactly are RSIs? How do they affect workers? Who can suffer from an RSI? Cleveland Clinic discusses the impact of repetitive strain injuries. They have a long-reaching sphere of influence…
Getting a handle on motor vehicle fatalities
In an effort to create an annual census covering fatal motor vehicle accidents, the U.S. Department of Transportation launched its annual statistics covering road fatalities several years ago. The yearly study broke statistics into several categories, including crashes and vehicle types to specific roads. Since that launch, researchers have continued to conduct in-depth analyses…
How to know when a dog is about to attack
According to the World Animal Foundation, over 10 million people worldwide suffer from dog bites every year. When a dog feels threatened or provoked, it may resort to aggression, which can lead to an attack. Understanding a dog’s body language and behavior can help you recognize potential danger and take action to prevent an…