Category Archives: Workplace Accident
How to Prevent Winter Slip and Falls in the Workplace
It’s still winter in the United States and parts of South Carolina are still seeing cold temperatures, especially in the early mornings. There is also rain and snow in some areas. These conditions make slips and falls more likely. Slips and falls are dangerous situations. A former news anchor in Maine experienced this firsthand… Read More »
Work Zone Crashes on the Rise
Construction workers face dangers on the job every day. Whether they work on building sites or perform road construction, they can get injured or even killed in an accident. In fact, work zones are becoming increasingly dangerous for construction workers, as road work becomes more common during the summer months and drivers fail to… Read More »
Man Crushed, Killed by a Ton of Metal
The last place anyone wants to get injured or killed is at work. The family of a 31-year-old man is dealing with this situation after he was killed by a ton of metal while at work at in Pickens County, South Carolina. The fatal accident occurred on the morning of March 18. The man… Read More »
Man Killed in Auto Plant Accident
Workplaces can be unsafe. It’s not what employees want to hear, but it’s true. Many people are injured or killed in workplace accidents every year. When there are tools and machinery involved, the risk of a serious injury is much higher. A man was recently killed while working at an automotive plant. The fatal… Read More »
Effects Of Stress Overload In The Workplace
Life has become more and more demanding in the past few years. The COVID pandemic created a lot of restrictions. Layoffs are becoming increasingly common, creating more work for remaining employees. On top of that, employers are demanding more meetings and in-office time. This is causing more stress for employees. Their workload is increasing…. Read More »
Preventing Workplace Accidents In The Laundry Industry
Most people don’t think much about the injuries involved in doing laundry. However, any job which requires professional laundry services comes with some risks due to the machinery and processes involved. There are a lot of chemicals involved, and when mixed in with poor maintenance, they can cause a fire. Many hotels, hospitals, and… Read More »
Remains Of Missing Man Found At His Workplace
Sometimes stories about missing people have happy endings, but in most cases, they sadly end in tragedy. This was the case recently in South Carolina, when the remains of a man who had been missing for two months were found in a plastic materials shredder at the recycling plant where he worked. The 20-year-old… Read More »
Construction Worker Killed While Working Along Highway 90
Construction is a dangerous industry. Workers get injured and killed on a regular basis. There are many things that can cause serious accidents. Construction workers who work on roadways often have to worry about negligent and reckless drivers. Sadly, a South Carolina man was hit and killed by a driver while working in a… Read More »
Top Work-Related Injuries
Employees often assume that their work environments are safe. They think their supervisors and managers will protect them and keep them free of injuries. While this may be true in some cases, the sad truth is that employees cannot always depend on their employers. Companies are always trying to save time and money, and… Read More »