March 11, 2014 (Press-News.org) When people think of extremely dangerous occupations, they may not think of individuals working in the healthcare field. However, many of these employees encounter a variety of risks to their safety and health on a daily basis. Some facilities may even fail to take the necessary precautions to keep workplaces safe, which could subject some individuals to workplace accidents that could be easily preventable.
If one of these accidents occurs, the injured individuals may be eligible to file for workers' compensation benefits. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), injuries to healthcare workers have resulted in nearly $2 billion worth of workers' compensation payments across the country each year. These statistics also show that hospital workers have missed more days of work than those individuals who work in the construction or manufacturing industries.
To help improve working conditions, OSHA has taken a closer look at some of the more common types of accidents that are happening, and provided some guidance as to how to make these activities safer. Many of these accidents occur during interactions with patients, such as when patients need to be moved. Some facilities do not have the proper equipment to assist with these moves, placing significant strain upon the workers. Some will suffer severe back injuries or broken bones from falls when performing these actions.
OSHA has made materials available to those institutions that need to make changes at their facilities. This allows the administrators to learn more about what successful healthcare operations are doing to prevent accidents. These materials allow both workers and employers to engage in a conversation about what must be done to improve safety for both employees and patients.
If you have been injured in a workplace accident in Connecticut, it is important that you report the injury to your employers as soon as possible. This will help begin the process of allowing you to receive the treatment to recover from your injuries, and also help you recover the benefits that you will need while you are out of work.
You should also speak to an experienced workers' compensation attorney about your potential claims. In some situations, disputes may arise over the course of treatment that is being designed for the injury. This could lead to additional health complications, which may be contested by your employer. Your attorney will be able to protect your interests, and help you get the necessary care that will enable you to completely recover.
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Safety of healthcare workers focus of new OSHA initiative
Workers in the healthcare industry have long faced challenging conditions, and now workplace safety groups are trying to improve facilities for those who work in these occupations.
2014-03-11
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[Press-News.org] Safety of healthcare workers focus of new OSHA initiativeWorkers in the healthcare industry have long faced challenging conditions, and now workplace safety groups are trying to improve facilities for those who work in these occupations.