We may not think of the catering industry as a particularly dangerous one to work in, but the fact is it does have its fair share of risks. Those who work in the kitchen run the risk of injury from sharp kitchen equipment or burns from hot hobs and ovens. Wait staff run the risk [...]
When we think of an electrician injured at work, getting an electric shock is the first, and sometimes the only risk we associate with an electrician’s job. However, it is not the only risk. An electrician’s job is such that they work on different types of sites, some of which may present dangers inherent in [...]
Heavy vehicles and equipment are a common source of accidents in the workplace, forklift truck accidents are one such example. A forklift trucks sheer size and weight can make them difficult to manoeuvre and the smallest impact can have serious consequences. Inadequate training and lack of supervision are two common causes of forklift truck accidents [...]
If you’ve been injured at work because of defective or incorrect personal protective equipment, or PPE as it’s commonly known, you might have a PPE claim for compensation. According to the law, all employers are required to take all precautions to protect their employees from potential risks in the workplace. These protective measures could range [...]
Most self employed workers assume that workplace injury compensation claims do not apply to them. The reasoning is, if they work for themselves, how can somebody else be held responsible for their work related injuries? More importantly, who do they claim against? When it comes to compensation claims, self employed workers are definitely in a [...]
Repetitive strain injury (RSI) is a painful chronic disorder that occurs when the musculoskeletal system and nervous system gets affected due to performing repetitive tasks, sitting or working in an awkward position for long periods of time or experiencing forceful vibrations or exertions. Pain, cramping and numbness in the muscles and tendons of the upper [...]
As an employee you should expect your employer to protect you from back injuries at work, and any other injuries in the work place. Back injury at work claims are one of the most common claims seen and companies should put steps in place to stop them from occurring. If correct protection or training were [...]
Industrial deafness is a condition that results in gradual or sudden loss of hearing as a direct consequence of a person’s working environment. It is also referred to as noise induced hearing loss or occupational deafness. If you work in an environment where the noise levels are often above 80dB and you find that you [...]
It is a necessity that in order to live our lives the way we would like to, everyone must work to take account of the day-to-day expenses that are part of life. Working in different environments carries with it different risks, and nowhere is this more apparent than working in a factory, particularly where dangerous [...]
Working life brings with it many risks. One of these risks is that someone may suffer an accident while working, be it an accident on a building site or an accident in the office. Accidents at work can have a tremendous impact on both employees and employers, and this is why the law sets a [...]
