Often, the job of a lab tech imposes a higher degree of risk, particularly if their job involves handling dangerous chemicals or biomaterials. Lab technicians (or lab techs) are the people who perform hands-on work in laboratories. They may be employed in a variety of industries like healthcare, research, or even education. The duties of … Read more
Exposed employers can file for workers compensation benefits and get the necessary coverage for tests and medical treatment. People who work in the healthcare sector are exposed to numerous risks, from viral diseases to aggressive patients. Exposure to blood or other infectious materials is perhaps among the highest one. Not all healthcare employees are at … Read more
An occupational illness usually takes a long time to develop, and because of this, is harder to prove. The typical workplace injury, like a broken bone, is usually called a severe, or acute injury. However, these are not the only types of ailments that come from work. There is another category called “occupational illnesses,” which … Read more
Most people who develop silicosis do so due to the exposure that they have when they are in a work environment. Most people know that asbestos is a dangerous substance and a toxin that requires special precaution to when handled and disposed of. But, not many people know about silica dust exposure and the profound … Read more
An occupational disease is a chronic or acute illness that is directly related to workplace exposure. There are many occupations and industries where workers are exposed to harmful substances and chemicals. Sometimes the hazards are not known until well after the fact and after no preventative care had been taken. Other times, the correct procedures … Read more
These 4 common types of injuries generally entitled a person to workers’ compensation in the state of Missouri. Workers’ compensation insurance is a type of insurance coverage that most employers in Missouri are mandated to carry. This coverage is meant to ensure that if a worker is hurt while performing their work-related duties, they can … Read more