There are a multitude of professions in which workers may be required to perform the same tasks and motions for hours each day. While this might not seem harmful at first glance, repetitive motions can place significant strain on your body over time and increase your...
When you go to work, you are likely not thinking of being at risk for injury or illness. You may assume that your job is safe, and while you may not be doing physical labor or tasks that require exertion, you could still find your health suffering as a result of your...
While there are some types of safety risks that may be present in any type of job environment, certain professions continue to be more dangerous than others. If you operate in the construction industry, you may encounter a variety of potential hazards each day on...
A work accident can change your life in various ways. You may be unable to work in the same capacity as you did before your accident, or you may find yourself with expensive medical bills that you are unsure of how you will pay. Regardless, you know that it is...
If you work in the nursing industry, you may be no stranger to the challenges involved with the patient handling process. While you might take great pride in your profession and the care you provide to your patients, you may still have concerns about the toll lifting...
The service industry is comprised of numerous types of professions, and those who work in this field may take pride in the roles they play in serving others. Regardless of whether you work in a restaurant or provide emergency care to patients in need, your job can be...
The American Medical Association's Council on Science and Public Health presented their report regarding issues with the body mass index (BMI) classification system to the Association’s annual meeting in Chicago this year. The report and resulting policy changes are...
As cannabis legalization continues to spread nationwide, the impact on workplaces dealing with a growing number of staff members under the influence continues to grow. Challenges exist in the increasing use and the effect on employees, not to mention their ability to...
The workers’ compensation insurance system is a program that functions to provide financial aid to those who suffer injuries and face financial hardships after a work-related incident. Following a similar experience, you might find that pursuing aid through similar...
If there are dangerous chemicals or toxins in your Minnesota workplace, your employer is obligated to make sure you are provided with information regarding possible hazards and that you understand the information that is given. Safety should always be a top priority,...