It's no secret that workplace stress can take a toll on your physical and emotional health. But what about your cardiovascular health? Is there a relationship between workplace stress and heart disease? The answer is yes: Excessive workplace stress in Minnesota can...
If you are no longer working due to COVID-19, you might be entitled to workers compensation benefits.
What to know about the top workplace injuries
Statistics estimate that about 610,000 workplace injuries occurred between 2017 and 2020. Here are some common injuries that a worker in Minnesota may experience. Slip and fall According to stats, falls make up about 16% of workers' compensation cases, with 22% of...
Minnesota construction workers face many injury risks
Putting in a day's work on a Minnesota construction site comes with risks. Even a well-managed, well-organized worksite cannot be entirely free of hazards. Tools, vehicles, electrical lines and even people passing by the work zone contribute to potential dangers....
When violence strikes the workplace
Of all the hazards Minnesotans face on the job, workplace violence is one many don't see coming. From nurses facing backlash from patients to bartenders dealing with rowdy customers, the dangers of workplace violence are real and can cause significant physical and...
The dangers of nursing
Many occupations come with hazards and risks. Education and training help prepare people for the danger and responsibilities of their jobs. Nursing comes with dangers that many other fields do not face on a daily basis. As they work to care for the health of their...
Dangers for outdoor workers in Minnesota
A physically demanding job can increase your chances of injury at work, and if you work outdoors for all or even part of the day your risks increase. Weather conditions can affect working conditions, making injuries from the heat of the sun or the bite of the cold...
When injuries from chemical exposure appear years later
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration requires employers to follow strict controls concerning dangerous chemicals in the workplace to protect the employees. However, if an accident occurs and an employee sustains an injury, they can file a workers'...
3 heat-related injuries construction workers may suffer
Those who live outside Minnesota often think of the state as a frigid tundra. If you live and work in the Gopher State, though, you know temperatures can soar during June, July and August. Still, as a construction worker, you probably cannot perform your job duties in...
Keep yourself safe from these common construction site injuries
Because you're working with dangerous equipment in construction, you should always follow safety protocols and know how to avoid hazards. Construction-related injuries can be serious and devastating. If your employer is liable, you may be able to receive workers' comp...
Did your workplace cause or worsen your asthma?
Anyone who has asthma knows that the condition can be difficult to control or flare up at a moment's notice. Some workplace environments in Minnesota can cause the breathing condition to develop in those who are prone to it or even exacerbate it. Many different...