Nursing is one of Georgia's most popular and growing professions. Thousands of nursing students graduate each year and move into this challenging field. But many of these men and women are quickly disillusioned by frequent illnesses and injuries. Avoiding or reducing...
Scaffolding is one of the most dangerous components of any construction site in Georgia. It requires expert placement and sturdy materials to withhold high winds and hours of grueling work. Only one small mistake can cause the structure to collapse and injure or kill...
Georgia is full of adults understandably expecting to go home safely after working their shifts. Unfortunately, that won't always happen. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, about 200 fatal work injuries occur in Georgia annually. Head injuries can be...
Construction workers in Georgia already know that their jobs are among the most dangerous in the world. While there is nothing that can completely remove the risk of injury from the construction industry, there are some steps that you can take. Knowing how to identify...
When an employee or contractor in Georgia becomes injured at the workplace or while conducting work-related tasks elsewhere, it’s their right to file a workers’ compensation claim. The unfortunate fact is that sometimes this doesn’t go smoothly. It can benefit you to...
The 2019 construction industry was $29.3 billion of Georgia’s gross domestic product. And more than 300,000 Georgia residents work in the construction industry. Construction can provide steady work that pays well, but it’s also dangerous. The Bureau of Labor...
Construction is a dangerous industry to work in — thousands of accidents occur every year, resulting in injuries ranging from mild to fatal. No matter the circumstances, there are certain steps to take after a construction accident for both health and legal reasons....