Did you know that vehicle crashes cause more than 32,000 fatalities every year? Too many of those are in Middlesex Country, NJ alone. And did you know that we could reduce the number of deaths and injuries on our roads by changing our behavior behind the wheel? The National Safety Council defines defensive driving as […]
Read More...Think about how amazing your hands are. These strong and unique tools allow you to grasp, pinch, twist, lift hold, and manipulate objects of all shapes and sizes. Your hands are strong, but they are made of skin, tiny bones, muscles, blood vessels, ligaments, tendons, and nerves, so they are also vulnerable. Hands can be […]
Read More...It’s almost time to get back outside for spring cleanup. You don’t just need a ladder; you need a ladder that is in good condition and is appropriate for the task you’re doing. You also have to use the ladder safely and correctly. When used properly, a ladder provides a safe way to access a […]
Read More...Our own Medical Paralegal Corine Mogenis writes a regular piece for the South Brunswick Patch. This week’s was titled “Ebola, Enterovirus and Errors…Oh My!” This is an excerpt: Medical errors, such as that which “may” or “may not” have taken the life of Joan Rivers, are a hot topic in the news regularly. Why? Because […]
Read More...According to OSHA, thousands of people are blinded each year by preventable work-related eye injuries. Proper eye and face protection would have prevented those injuries. Eye injuries can be caused by exposure to hazards, heat, chemicals, dust, and optical radiation. Take the time to identify the hazards and protect your eyes. The right eyewear will […]
Read More...1. Past Medical Bills Medicare has a lien in the amount of any bills paid on your behalf for injuries sustained in this incident. Medicare liens must be paid from the settlement proceeds. We will be able to reduce this amount by what is called procurement costs. Procurement costs are the amount of attorneys fees […]
Read More...Construction work sometimes takes place in confined spaces that aren’t always easy to enter, exit, or work in comfortably. They can include ventilation and exhaust ducts, sewers,tunnels, tanks, storage bins, manholes, pits, and silos. By definition, confined spaces are not actually designed for regular and continuous occupancy. They are usually designed to store a product, […]
Read More...You need electricity to do your job, but if you misuse it, it will cause you pain and, In some cases, kill you. Electrical safety isn’t just for electricians. It is everyone’s responsibility. Keep the following electrical safety tips in mind to protect yourself from electrical hazards like shock, electrocution, fires, and explosions. Remember these […]
Read More...Whether you are a welder, or you just work close to where welding occurs, be aware of welding hazards and how to protect yourself. Welding creates health and physical hazards. Health hazards from welding operations include exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation and the presence of dangerous or toxic fumes. Some of the physical hazards are […]
Read More...During these cold months, we need portable heaters around the jobsite and at home. But using such heaters can be risky. Space heaters can cause burns and fires, and can create carbon monoxide. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, fires and explosions accounted for 3% of all workplace fatalities in 2012. Sawdust, solvents, rags, […]
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