Road construction is one of the more dangerous occupations, given the presence of very large highway equipment and the sometimes very close proximity of high-speed traffic. Errors involving either can have devastating consequences for any workers near a crash or...
Workplace Accidents
Grain bins pose a deadly threat to workers
They are ubiquitous in small towns and farms across much of Illinois. Grain bins come in many sizes, but no matter what size, they all pose a grave potential risk to any worker who becomes trapped inside, sucked under by the ever shifting nature of the grain.A recent...
Asbestos still poses a risk to many construction workers
For workers in the construction industry, there are numerous hazards on most job sites. Depending on the work site, dangers are posed by heavy machinery and equipment moving about, the omnipresent risk of falls from ladders, scaffolds and any elevated platform, and...
The type of contact with electricity you don’t want to experience
Electricity is an essential part of everyday life. If you stop for a moment and consider how many different devices you use during a day that rely on electricity, you could quickly lose count. From checking your phone for texts, emails or voice messages, to making...
“Colored powder” is a type of dangerous, combustible dust
The shocking fireball explosion that occurred in Taipei, Taiwan at a water park last weekend resulted from a cloud of "colored powder" and left 498 people injured. Of those, 182 had severe burns from the explosion that placed them in intensive care, with some...
Officials investigate fatal workplace accident
Most people in Illinois are concerned about their safety. They take appropriate measures to ensure their safety as they maneuver about the world. Unfortunately, many potential dangers are unexpected and cannot be prevented, especially in the workplace. For an example,...
Man electrocuted in workplace accident in correctional facility
Many different occupations involve facing hazards that could place a person's life at risk. While there are precautions that can be taken in order the decrease the chance of a workplace accident, risks cannot be completely eliminated in every circumstance. As a...
Painter in Illinois dies after workplace accident
There are a variety of unsafe jobs. Even when people take proper safety precautions, accidents can still happen. Unfortunately, some accidents can leave families grieving the loss of a loved one. For example, one man was recently killed in a workplace accident in...
OSHA investigates fatal workplace accident
An accident can happen to anyone at anytime, especially in a workplace. In some cases, what may appear to be a mundane task could result in a serious, potentially fatal workplace accident. While many employees in Illinois may think they are less likely to become...
Workplace accident ends in fatality
There are thousands of workers in Illinois who are dedicated to their jobs. They arrive on time every day and fulfill their job responsibilities to the best of their abilities. Despite their dedication, a workplace accident can occur that can cause serious...