Many Lincoln-area residents work in an industrial setting. These are often good jobs that pay well, but they can also cause unexpected injuries and diseases in their workers. So, what is an occupational disease?
Scaffold injuries are often serious
Working on scaffold is a part of most construction workers daily lives. But, for many Nebraska workers, scaffolding has brought them serious injuries. Scaffolding accidents can cause serious construction worker injuries.
Nebraska employer fined by OSHA for safety violations
When a Nebraska worker goes to work each day, they expect they will return home each evening uninjured. Most of the time this is the case, but occasionally an industrial worker injury occurs that causes serious injuries.
Taking action following a car accident
The holiday season is a time of joy and togetherness; however, it is also a time in Nebraska where accidents occur at an increased rate. Due to holiday shopping, trucks making frequent deliveries for orders, there are holiday events, family gatherings and work and social parties. he roads are filled with an increase in vehicles and large commercial trucks. This also increases the chances for distracted, reckless and intoxicated driving.
Fulfillment center workers face many fall hazards
Are you working in a warehouse or fulfillment center in the vicinity of Lincoln, Nebraska? Your employer could serve industries such as retail, manufacturing, automotive, restaurant, grocery, agricultural or fast food. Your tasks might include packaging, inventory control, warehousing and drop shipping.
