Have you ever been passed by a truck on the highway and taken a good look at it? The mass of a tractor-trailer set, nearly 100 feet long, is quite imposing and would destroy anything it hit at high speed. A truck like that could even demolish a building, but that...
Month: June 2020
How to report a workplace injury to your employer
Even though you do your best to protect against a workplace injury, you never know what could go wrong in the future. You could fall down the stairs as the result of a loose railing, trip and fall on a construction site or develop carpal tunnel syndrome.If you've...
You can stay safe when using a ladder at work
You understand the dangers of using a ladder at work, but if it's something you need to do you have no choice but to face your fears.Despite the fact that there are risks associated with using a ladder, there are some basic steps you can take to maintain your safety...
Brain injuries can lead to long-term and costly impacts
Suffering a brain injury is a life-changing event for some individuals. The severity of the damage and the location have a big part in how much of an impact it will have on the person. For some, the future is filled with medical care, rehabilitation therapy and...
How does a brain injury affect a person’s quality of life?
Individuals who suffer moderate or severe brain injuries seldom return to being the person that they once were before they got hurt. They instead experience a wide variety of physical and mental impairments that can last a lifetime. These may reduce an individual's...
Chronic pain and a back injury: Truck drivers are at risk, too
You have enjoyed being a truck driver, but one thing you didn't expect to have happen was an injury. After all, short of a crash, you're relatively safe in your truck.Unfortunately, driving a truck comes with its own risks. Truck drivers can face risks such as:...