Many North Carolinians think of summer as the carefree season of rest and relaxation. For most laborers, however, the season has very different connotations. Summer is an exceedingly dangerous time for workers. Heat-related illnesses (HRI) pose a constant threat,...
Construction workers face higher risks of electrical injuries
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, construction workers experience the highest rate of on-the-job electrical injuries. The CDC noted that construction workers risk about a four times greater chance of electrocution compared to other job fields. The...
How can you stay safe while operating a forklift?
Over the decades, significant effort has gone into making forklifts safer. Though there has been a lot of progress, forklifts still represent one of the most dangerous hazards that you may face when working in a warehouse. According to EHS Today, learning and...
Taking a look at nail gun accidents
Whether you are a carpenter and you regularly work with nail guns or you work in the construction industry in another capacity and find yourself near others using nail guns, it is important to understand the risks you face and the consequences of an accident. Every...
What does no-fault mean?
The workers' compensation system is a no-fault system. According to FindLaw, a no-fault system is one in which you may receive payments for your injuries without having to prove your employer was at fault. The no-fault system is in opposition to taking your case to...
Why do construction workers suffer so many head injuries?
When you work construction, you face a very high risk of sustaining an on-the-job injury, particularly to your head. Why? Because falls represent the number one cause of traumatic brain injuries and your risk of falling increases every time you work on a roof,...
How can forklifts endanger workers?
In retail settings, factories, distribution centers and many other businesses, forklifts allow workers to move heavy weights more effectively and efficiently. Workers can use a forklift to more effectively stack and store products, lift heavier weights and move these...
Life after an on-the-job spinal cord injury
Construction workers face numerous hazards on the job, including the risk of suffering spinal cord or other such serious injuries due to falls. Potentially resulting in total or partial paralysis, suffering spinal cord injuries may profoundly affect the lives of those...
How do I apply for workers’ compensation?
If you suffer an injury at work and your employer has a legal requirement to carry workers' compensation insurance, then you must make a claim to get benefits. The North Carolina Industrial Commission notes that you have to make a claim within 30 days of the accident...
What happens if I am permanently injured due to a work accident?
Despite you and your employer's best efforts to maintain a safe workplace, accidents do happen. Unfortunately, if you sustain a serious enough injury at work, this may render you permanently disabled. While many people this could never happen to them, between 6% and...
