Workers in Minnesota are at risk for suffering injuries on the job. One of the most common injuries all workers are at risk for are repetitive motion injuries. Repetitive motion injuries result from constant wear and tear on a worker's body. Repetitive motion injuries...
Most jobs carry some risk of injury or illness. Of course, certain occupations pose a higher injury risk than others, but employers can take steps to ensure that their employees are safe. Some injuries, such as those caused by workplace violence, may seem less...
One of the biggest news items out of the state legislature in St. Paul this year was the legalization of same-sex marriage. For many Minnesotans, this means that they will now be eligible for a wide variety of benefits granted to married couples. Additionally, it...
Nearly two months after an accident claimed her husband's life, a Minnesota woman has decided to air her concerns. The woman's husband, who worked for the postal service for many years, was struck and killed by a mail truck in a parking lot at the Brooklyn Park Post...
As the economy in Minnesota continues to improve, it's likely that an increasing number of construction sites will begin to appear throughout the state. While this is certainly positive news for the local job market, it also raises concerns about worker safety. The...
Workplace safety agencies can play an important role in spotting trends in accident data and implementing changes in regulations designed to protect workers. In order for safety guidelines to be completely effective, employers must also be willing to comply with the...
Over the last several years, it seems as though there is a continuous string of stadium construction in the Twin Cities. The current project is for the St. Paul Saints, which is expected to be completed in 2015. Recently, however, a tragic workplace accident has...
For the last few years, the Minnesota Occupational Safety and Health Administration has made efforts to improve the safety of a risky, but necessary, profession: window washing. Three Minnesota window washers passed away as the result of an on-the-job accident between...
When a community is preparing for a new sports stadium, there is likely a lot of excitement and anticipation leading up to opening day. During this time, however, it can be easy to forget the risks construction workers face day in and day out on the job....
Thousands of Minnesotans rely on the highway to get to work every day. In order for the roads to be clear and safe, during summer or winter, there are several public employees who work to make this possible. Unfortunately, highway maintenance can be a dangerous job. A...