According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, manual handling causes a significant percentage of workplace injuries nationwide, including Ohio. Incorrect lifting techniques cause a large number of these injuries. Employers are responsible for their workers' safety, but...
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Month: September 2020
Workplace violence common among private health care workers
Health care workers play a vital role in Ohio’s society. Despite this, many workplaces do little to protect these men and women from a serious problem -- violence. Unfortunately, your job means that you probably already know just how big of a problem workplace...
Digital distractions at work are as dangerous as while driving
The dependence on mobile phones poses similar risks in the workplace as on the roads in Ohio and across the country. In addition to the negative impact on productivity and profitability, digital distractions pose significant safety hazards. Workers in all industries...
Back injuries make up 1 in 5 work-related injuries
Workers in all industries in Ohio and across the country might want to note what safety authorities say about back injuries. The fact that back injuries are hard to prevent does not mean they are not preventable. It only means that more time must be spent on safety...
Social Security disability and workers’ compensation
Workers in Ohio who suffer debilitating injuries will want to know about their eligibility for benefits that will provide financial relief when they are unable to return to work. There are two options. Workers' compensation typically covers medical expenses for a...