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Industrial deafness (sometimes called occupational deafness or occupational hearing loss) is a type of hearing impairment that can result from prolonged exposure to excessive noise levels in the workplace. This noise exposure can cause damage to hair cells that send sound signals to the brain in the inner ear (the cochlea specifically). In many cases,…

Sunbeds, also called tanning beds, are a type of equipment used to achieve that much sought-after tanned look without actually sitting out in the sun. Using sunbeds is hugely popular in countries where insufficient sunlight makes it difficult for people to acquire a tan naturally, such as here in the UK, but what are the…

You know that one annoying step on your walk into your local tube station, the one that always trips you, you’ve made a mental note to avoid every day but low and behold it’s got you again. While this might be a mere annoyance on your morning commute, if it ends badly it can be…

We’ve all heard the stories that you’re more likely to get hit by lightning (1 in 161,856) than win the Jackpot lottery (1 in 14 million), or that you are more likely to become president of the United States (1 in 10 million) than getting attacked by a shark (1 in 11.5 million), which may…

When most people think of burn injuries at work, they often picture open flames or high temperatures. While these are common sources, workplace burns can result from a much wider range of hazards. According to the Labour Force Survey, it is estimated that in Great Britain there were around 29,000 incidents of burns or scalds…

Christmas is usually a period of celebration, a time to sit down with the family and relax around a roaring fire... but unfortunately, this isn’t the case for everyone during the festive break. Regardless of whether you’ve been naughty or nice, some people just can’t seem to avoid Christmas-related injuries – from hanging lights and…

The potential for accidents rises sharply every winter. Wet, slippery roads and poor visibility create conditions that are conducive for accidents. In such conditions, performing even simple everyday activities such as walking outdoors or driving can be risky. The freezing cold that makes it difficult for anyone to react quickly enough to avert an accident…

Needle stick injuries are injuries that are caused when a sharp instrument or object such as a needle pierces the skin. They are also known as sharp injuries. In most cases, these injuries occur when a person uses a needle or syringe carelessly or they are accidentally pricked by needles that are not disposed of…

Up until just a few decades ago, asbestos was considered a remarkable compound mainly due to its fire-retardant properties. Being lighter, stronger, more durable and a lot cheaper than the alternatives, it quickly became an indispensable part of insulation for homes, schools, hospitals, libraries and many other buildings. It was also widely used as roofs…

Winter's on it's way and it can be a particularly dangerous time on the roads here in the UK. Along with the festive cheer and frosty chill comes the slush, slippery roads and the dreaded black ice, causing many a pedestrian to slide over and some rather unfortunate road traffic accidents. This got us to…