Workers on Nebraska construction sites and warehouses have physical jobs that often require a great deal of strength. These jobs can also be dangerous because of many different types of accidents that can occur. A crush injury, for example, can happen on a construction site or in a warehouse and cause serious injuries.
Back injury is a common workplace injury
A person's back is an important part of their body. Almost everyone in Lincoln knows how painful a hurt back can be, and for many it is debilitating. Back injuries can occur anywhere, including at work.
What is a herniated disk and how can I tell if I have one?
Not to be confused with a hernia, which is a different type of injury, a herniated disk is a type of back injury. A person's "backbone" is made up of several bones called vertebrae. Between these vertebrae are disks filled with water and other matter that act kind of like pads or shock absorbers on a car, keeping the vertebrae from colliding.
Help for injured warehouse workers
The warehouse of a factory or retailer, or even the storage space of a major office building, can be a very challenging place to work safely, even when an employer is doing its part to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.
Help for injured warehouse workers
The warehouse of a factory or retailer, or even the storage space of a major office building, can be a very challenging place to work safely, even when an employer is doing its part to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.