Some workers put themselves in dangerous situations routinely. Not every profession has the same risk level; some are more treacherous than others. Workers involved in particular industries may need to be careful to avoid injuries. Filing for workers’ compensation...
Many businesses in Colorado involving physical work and power tools have implicit hazards. Machine shop workers have more to worry about than those in other industries regarding serious injuries when they operate equipment incorrectly or without proper training....
Employers in Colorado and throughout the country are required to take steps to keep their workers safe. The use of technology such as security cameras, automatic locking doors and gas detectors may help minimize the risk of workplace injuries. Staying aware of your...
Most people think of workplace injuries affecting workers on construction sites and in other dangerous settings. However, even those who work in Colorado offices can suffer on-the-job injuries. Office workplace injuries are preventable Although many workers in offices...
Thousands of workers' compensation claims are filed each year in Colorado. The rate of workers' comp claims rises and falls based on the number of workplace accidents and injuries that occur. Workplace dangers could remain the same while the rates of accidents change....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
