SEPTA Worker Settlement
A Pennsylvania employee recently settled her workers’ compensation claim with the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA). The employee was working as a coach cleaner and attempting to board a car when she fell into an open trap stairway and sustained injuries, for which she filed suit under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). The plaintiff was […]
Philadelphia Refinery Explosion
A series of explosions at a Philadelphia oil refinery injured five workers and forced many nearby residents to evacuate their homes. People across Southwest Philadelphia were awakened when the early-morning blasts shook the ground and shot giant flames into the air. This was not the first fire at the 149-year old refinery; residents were also forced to […]
Safety Tips for Zookeepers
Working at a zoo can be a fun and exciting job, especially for those who enjoy being around animals. However, it can also be dangerous and lead to fatal consequences if an employee has not been properly trained or makes an unconscious mistake. If you are interested in becoming a zookeeper at the Philadelphia Zoo, […]
Casino Worker Hazards
Casinos may not seem like a particularly hazardous place to work, but the fact is that when employees are surrounded by people drinking and gambling, accidents happen. The fact is that working in a casino is a much more dangerous job than most people realize. Common Casino Hazards for Workers Slips and Falls The most […]
Slip and Fall on Ice at Work
Slip and fall accidents are the leading cause of workers’ compensation claims, according to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI). During the winter, slip and falls may be more common due to the various slippery surfaces created by snow and ice. Workers who slip and fall on ice at work may be eligible to receive workers’ compensation […]
Hand Injuries in the Kitchen
Working in a commercial kitchen can put restaurant workers at risk for suffering a variety of workplace injuries. All types of restaurant kitchens from small cafes and fast food places to fine dining establishments and catering halls have safety hazards that could result in serious hand injuries should a kitchen accident occur. With most restaurant workers being under […]
Pennsylvania Worker Suffers Dog Bite Injuries
A Penn Township delivery driver was recently hospitalized after being attacked by dogs. The United Parcel Service (UPS) worker was delivering a letter to a homeowner when three German Shepherds mauled the woman, leaving her with multiple dog bite injuries. Although there was a sign outside the home warning of the on-duty German Shepherds, the worker had […]
Eye Injuries Common Among Welders
Welders have a very physically demanding and risky job. They face many safety and health risks, such as exposure to flying metal particles, chemicals and extremely high temperatures. Among the most common injuries welders suffer are eye injuries. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reports that each year, more than 2,000 workers suffer eye injuries […]
