Factory workers in Minnesota can often count on workers' compensation coverage to help them when they are injured or become ill for work-related reasons. This coverage may also protect employers from lawsuits when a worker encounters one of the following problems:...

If there is one group of people who are often put at risk when they do their jobs, it’s journalists. These are people who are on the front lines of major events in history, from the collapse of buildings at a construction site to war zones. Journalists often face...

Many workers in the United States are finding it harder to get a good night’s sleep, and a recent study found those who we depend upon in life-and-death situations are among the most sleep-deprived. Nearly half of police and correctional officers, firefighters and...

Minnesota residents may have read about a recent report regarding a second lawsuit filed against Swift Transportation. In the lawsuit, a former female driver claims that the company is to blame for the permanent injuries she suffered while working for the company. The...

An electrical short in a piece of equipment is an example of a situation in which a hazardous energy release could injure or even kill a Minnesota worker. Those involved in the maintenance and repair of various types of equipment are most at risk of such incidents...

A large number of baby boomers are choosing to remain in the workforce for longer times than did their predecessors. This means that the workforce is gradually aging. By 2022, it is estimated that 25 percent of workers will be 55 or older. From a safety perspective,...

Factory workers in Minnesota who deal with various types of food flavorings may be at risk for developing flavorings-related lung disease. Workers in microwave popcorn plants may be especially at risk for developing an obstructive lung disease like obliterative...

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, about 160 U.S. workers were fatally wounded from an electric-related accident in 2014. These accidents in Minnesota and around the country are most commonly caused from high-voltage shocks and shocks that are followed by...

Metal processing workers in Minnesota should be aware of the potential for workplace explosions from combustible dust. In certain conditions, the materials that compose the dust in a metal processing plant could energetically react, causing fires and dust explosions....

Minnesota employers invest a significant amount of time in improving workplace safety, but some programs fail to prevent injury even with basic lockout equipment. Proper management is essential when it comes to ensuring safe lockout procedures. Engagement is one of...