Nurses are at risk for work-related musculoskeletal injuries (WMSD.) A study addressed whether a Nurse’s Work Shift impacted WMSDs. This article will discuss Nursing, Nursing Shifts, and how particular Shift Work may impact industrial injuries. What Are Nursing Duties? What Makes Nurse at Risk for Injury? Nursing Duties are physically demanding. Patient care can require… Continue reading NURSES: DOES YOUR WORKING SHIFT MATTER? MUSCULOSKELETAL INJURIES, SHIFT CHOICE AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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JANITORS AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
A large part of the labor market is the occupation of Professional Cleaners. They are also referred to as Commercial Janitors. The Janitorial Occupation is susceptible for a variety of work injuries and occupational illnesses. Janitorial work presents unique risks for work injuries for those within the field. This article will discuss Janitors, Janitorial Tasks,… Continue reading JANITORS AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
OIL REFINERY WORKERS AND CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE: REFINERY WORKERS, HEART DISEASE AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Oil Refinery Work is unique. Workers at refineries have responsibilities that may place them at risk for cardiovascular disease. If refinery job responsibilities impact a worker’s cardiovascular health, this industrially caused or aggravated cardiovascular condition is the basis for a workers’ compensation claim. A valid workers’ compensation claim would entitle the Injured Worker to receive… Continue reading OIL REFINERY WORKERS AND CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE: REFINERY WORKERS, HEART DISEASE AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW