The meatpacking industry is a critical part of America’s economy, as most people consume meat at relatively high levels and there is a constant demand. As such, these meatpacking plants become places where productivity is incredibly important, and workers are forced...

Nurses are often in the position of helping those who have been injured or fallen ill. Many do it not for the pay or the benefits, but because it seems like a calling. They want to help those who need it most. They want to make those people’s lives better. This is...

Electrical injuries are a risk to most people who work in any kind of industry. From the potential for electrocution from basic outlets in offices to electrocution from major electrical lines, workers could be exposed to a range of voltages and potential injuries....

"Put your back into it," they said. You did, and you ended up throwing your back out. Back injuries at work have decreased in frequency over the last few years, according to statistics from the US Bureau of Labor (BLS), dropping from 183,100 in 2011 to 142,230 in...

Handling sharp objects and dangerous bodily fluids is just part of the daily workflow for many different medical professionals. Unfortunately, for some nurses and other medical workers, they may wind up exposed to bodily fluids or medications after an accidental...

Even when the summer months bring warm weather, it doesn’t necessarily mean working conditions outdoor are perfect. There’s always a chance that high temperatures will be accompanied by trouble, such as strong winds and/or heavy rain. Working in strong winds is a...

Nonfatal workplace injuries are probably a lot more expensive than most people (and their employers) realize. According to research published in Injury Prevention, the average nonfatal workplace injury costs $1,590 and 11 days of lost productivity. Researchers...

You’ve been working your job for many years, but the work conditions have changed over time. You’re expected to do more with less, and you’ve found that it’s having a significant impact on your body. Your elbows and arms ache. You feel tenderness in your joints. Yes,...

With the change of seasons in Minnesota comes a flurry of activity in the agricultural sector. Thousands of people across the state of Minnesota engage in seasonal farming work. When soil temperatures rise enough to allow for plowing and planting, farm work across the...

With the spring season finally on its way, many outdoor workers in Minnesota will rejoice in the fact that cold temperatures are in the past. However, they won’t look forward to working in the rain. Not only is working in the rain uncomfortable, but it also puts your...