Common Types of Industrial Accidents and Their Resulting Injuries
Industrial settings are fraught with potential dangers, from heavy machinery to hazardous materials. Unfortunately, serious accidents are a regular occurrence in industrial workplaces due to these inherent risks. Below, we’ll examine some common types of industrial accidents and the injuries that typically occur as a result.
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INCORRECT USE OF HEAVY MACHINERY: IMPROPER TRAINING LEADING TO INJURY
Large cranes, manufacturing equipment, and other pieces of heavy machinery exist on industrial work sites. With their presence, the potential of danger heightens, putting you and other employers at risk of severe harm when you don’t have proper training.
In situations where you must use heavy machinery, it’s imperative...
THE DANGERS OF MACHINE DEFECTS
In any industrial job, you can expect to work with countless pieces of machinery. From heavy-duty equipment to small tools, the equipment you use is vital to your ability to complete your day-to-day tasks. It’s critical for each piece of equipment you use to keep you from harm.
Unfortunately,...
INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENTS AND CATASTROPHIC INJURIES
Because of the high-risk nature of the industry, many accidents that occur on industrial work sites can cause catastrophic injuries. If you work in any capacity in the industrial field, you want to be sure there are measures in place that protect you from severe harm.
Unfortunately, these types...