Many factory workers across Alabama face grueling schedules to meet production demands or earn extra income. If you are one of them, you might clock 10-, 12- or even 16-hour shifts at work. However, what you might not realize is that these extended shifts put you at...
Injuries
Do all spinal cord injuries cause permanent paralysis?
Car crashes are capable of causing devastating injuries. Abrupt vehicle motions, crush injuries and even penetrating injuries caused by flying debris could potentially cause spinal cord injuries when a crash occurs. Spinal cord injuries are among the costliest...
Factors that contribute to an unsafe work environment
You deserve to be safe at work. Therefore, your employer should take precautions and implement safety standards that shield you from workplace hazards. Yet, all too often employers fall short of their obligation, putting innocent, hardworking people like you at risk...
4 types of accidents between pedestrians and bicyclists
Accidents between pedestrians and bicyclists are more common than many people realize. As both groups often share sidewalks, crosswalks and pathways, the chances of conflict increase, especially in crowded areas. These incidents can cause minor injuries like bruises...
What are some common hazards construction workers face?
Construction sites are inherently hazardous environments where a single misstep or overlooked hazard can have devastating consequences. Because construction workers have to do their jobs out in the elements -- sometimes in conditions that aren’t very safe –...
What factors make a workplace unsafe?
Unsafe work environments can lead to serious injuries, reduced productivity, and costly workers' compensation claims. Understanding the factors that contribute to these hazardous conditions helps employers take steps to improve safety and protect employees. Poor...
What are the dangers of working long shifts?
Workers across Alabama often face long hours, especially in demanding industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and construction. While extra hours can mean more pay, working long shifts can have serious consequences for both physical and mental health, and it could...
What work environments pose the greatest injury risks?
When it comes to workplace safety, common wisdom might lead us to believe that the most hazardous jobs are the least safe. Recent research challenges this concept. There are surprising facts about the environments where accidents are most likely to occur....
Can workers doing 16-hour shifts be safe?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the average American workday remains at eight hours as of 2022. Even still, there are many industries in which workers are on the clock for much more than the average hours. Working long, demanding shifts, such as 16-hour...
Top 3 causes of ATV accidents
All-terrain vehicles are popular for trail riding, property maintenance tasks and recreational activities. As ATV riders, it is important to understand that these vehicles also come with risks of injuries and accidents. Safe ATV operation starts with understanding the...
