Although many jobs are considered generally safe in Colorado, there are still some risks that workers face every day. One of the most common risks is a back injury. Back injuries can happen in most workplaces, and it's important to know how they occur and what to do...
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Tips for preventing workplace eye injuries
Colorado employers are responsible for ensuring the safety of their workers. This may mean providing eye washing stations, goggles and other tools to help keep your eyes free from harm. However, there are steps that you can take to minimize your risk of harming your...
How to stay safe on the job in Colorado
Staying safe on the job is a big deal for both employees and employers in Colorado. The state and federal occupational health and safety regulations require employers to create a safe and conducive environment for work. And employees are required to adhere to the set...
A denied workers’ compensation claim
Employees may suffer unexpected injuries at work, leaving them unable to perform their job. The injuries may cause a short-term absence or a permanent disability. Among the many worries that the worker has after the accident would be ones surrounding financial...
Reporting repetitive strain injuries to worker’s comp
Many workplaces in Colorado come with their share of occupational hazards. One of these may be a type of injury that comes about due to the strain on your body from excess repetition. If you are noticing symptoms of this type of injury, you need to take action. This...
Understanding workplace concussions
Concussions are a serious problem in the Colorado workplace. Every year, workers suffer from concussions and other head injuries that require time off work for treatment. Many workers do not realize that they can receive workers' compensation benefits for these...
Understanding the hazards that construction workers face
Construction workers do some of the most dangerous jobs in Colorado. Every year, countless workers get injured on the job, and some of them die as a result. Therefore, it's very important for construction workers to be aware of the safety hazards that they face every...
Demolition accidents continue to claim lives
Accidents at construction sites are all too common in Colorado. This includes injuries and fatalities that take place during planned demolition operations. As a result, more workers are filing for compensation after they receive their injuries. This is a serious issue...
New workers: A higher accident risk
Residents of Colorado might want to learn more about workers' compensation and who is most at risk. A report from an insurance company in 2022 found that new workers had the highest risk of injury. This was for many occupations, although some industries had more...
Amazon warehouses are dangerous places
Millions of customers rely on Amazon for the delivery of products. Warehouse workers, drivers, and other employees put many hours on the job to get orders delivered on time. Unfortunately, the nature of the job comes with various injury risks. Colorado workers might...