When thinking of the challenges that Minnesota truck drivers face, not many people think of shoulder problems. However, loading and unloading cargo, entering and exiting a truck and other repetitive motions can cause shoulder problems such as inflammation of the...
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Trench cave-ins are deadly
Across the U.S., including Minnesota, 39 people died in 2022 in trench cave-ins during excavations. That number is more than double the average total. Thousands of pounds of debris can end up on top of workers in seconds, making it impossible to escape. Therefore,...
Handling workplace eye injuries in Minnesota
With approximately 2000 workplace eye injuries occurring yearly in the United States, eye protection should be a concern for Minnesota employers managing hazardous environments. Eye injuries can range from minor abrasions to vision loss, so it's essential to be...
Here’s why new workers get hurt more often
No worker is immune to accidents in Minnesota - no matter their years of experience in their field. Unfortunately, workers who are new to a job are actually more likely to be injured at work than their more experienced counterparts. This is why it's so important for...
Appealing a denied SSD claim in Minnesota
If you have applied for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits in Minnesota and your claim was denied, don't worry – you're not alone. In fact, about 70% of all SSD applications are initially denied. Don't give up, though; you may be able to successfully appeal the...
Nursing home and hospital workers run highest risk for injuries
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has listed the jobs with the highest rates of non-fatal injuries, and as you might expect, construction was up near the top; it came in third. However, it turns out that working in a nursing home and working in a hospital are the two...
3 common reasons manufacturing employees get hurt
If you work in manufacturing, you know how strenuous and dangerous your work can be. Your job requires you to work with hazardous materials, heavy equipment and loud noises all the time. Staying safe in a factory or warehouse job may prove to be difficult,...
Top 3 retail workplace hazards for young workers
If you work in retail, you know it can be a stressful and demanding job. However, you may not be aware that there are unique hazards in the retail industry that put you at risk of injuries. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that...
Top 3 causes of restaurant fires
The food services industry has a unique risk for fires. Fire hazards can cause serious burns, sometimes lead to death. If you work in a restaurant, it is imperative you know about the most common causes of restaurant fires. Identifying fire hazards and...
Workplace heat exposure can lead to heat stress, illness
If you work outside, in a kitchen or in any number of other environments where high temperatures are often the norm, you run the risk of developing heat-related stresses and illnesses. Depending on your profession and whether you work indoors or outdoors, the threat...