Pneumoconiosis leads to shortness of breath and coughing. The condition is associated with individuals who have spent time in coal mines. It is subject to special provisions in the state's workers' compensation program. These include enhanced benefits for vocational...
Workers’ Compensation
Shoulder pain can lead to costly medical care and missed work
Many injuries can occur at work, but most people think about their back hurting because of work-related issues. While this is the most common type, another can cause just as many problems for workers. Shoulder injuries are the second most common musculoskeletal injury...
Back protection is imperative for day care workers
Day care workers face some serious risks when they are working with children. While the payoff of seeing the kids thrive and mature is worth it, these risks can cause some serious issues for the workers. All day cares should have a protocol for keeping everyone safe....
Pay attention to your workers’ compensation claim
All workers deserve a safe place to work, and the employers are the ones who are charged with ensuring this happens. When there are unsafe working conditions, there is a chance that a worker will suffer an injury or illness. This means that they will need medical care...
Staying safe while working around chemicals
A list of major industries in Richmond shows a variety of them use chemicals in manufacturing everything from paint and rubber components to machined automotive parts of many different types. There are also many makers of products that include lead acid batteries,...
State approves fee increase on workers’ comp claims
Those who are injured while on the job in Richmond are rightly entitled to workers' compensation benefits to help assist them financially until such point as they are able to return to work. It should be remembered, however, that benefit providers do not remain in...
Ways to make the manufacturing industry safer
Despite the rise of automation in the manufacturing industry, humans remain the driving factor behind success. Along with the progress of technology in this field often comes the mistaken assumption that employees in this line of work are surrounded by safer...
Workers’ compensation: current outlook and common issues
Most Kentucky workers are familiar with the safety guidelines and procedures affiliated with employment -- at least, to some degree. When an accident occurs, however, few know the ins and outs of the workers' compensation process. Before diving into a case,...
What are “The Fatal Four?”
You have good reason to take pride in the work you do in the construction industry. The growth seen in communities like Richmond may be the direct result of the efforts given by you and your coworkers. Yet with the rewards that come from a career in construction also...
Construction industry: Inherent dangers and benefits for workers
Due to natural hazards of the job, construction work can be particularly dangerous. These risks have long been recognized in America's construction industry, but nevertheless frequently threaten the safety of countless employees in the field. Kentucky, like other...