All employees should be aware of material data safety sheets. As an employee, there may come a time when you need to read and understand a material safety data sheet (MSDS). This document provides information regarding the nature of a chemical, including but not...
Avoid these Worker’s Compensation Claim Mistakes. If you were injured on the job (or became ill) and need to make a workers’ compensation claim, it is imperative to understand how the system works in your state. This can go a long way in helping you avoid...
Black Friday crowds can be dangerous for employees. When you are on-the-job, your expectation is that you will be safe. Even general contractors have safety guidelines that include keeping their workers safe when working at heights. Believe it or not, Black Friday...
Hazardous chemical exposure is a common workplace risk. In many industries, employees may encounter chemical exposure that can cause bodily harm. If a person is injured or becomes ill on the job, he or she has the right to collect workers’ compensation benefits....
A slow transition to safer chemicals in the workplace. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, workers throughout the country use chemicals every day of the week. While many of these are dangerous, only some are regulated. Workers suffer nearly...
If you are injured on the job in Pennsylvania, you don’t want to sit around and wait to learn more about workers’ compensation. Instead, it is important to understand what is available to you, how to file for benefits, and what is expected of you during...
