No matter your industry or workplace environment, there’s the potential to throw out your back. You can throw your back out from any number of movements, lifting, or body positions. So even if you work in an office environment, it’s still important to know what to do if this happens. Typically throwing out your back
With the end of summer approaching, it’s important to know how to hurricane prep your house in case any bad weather heads your way. Hurricanes can create high winds and heavy rains which can cause property damage. It’s important to stock up with the supplies that you might need to shelter in place. It’s also
Workplace violence is a phenomenon that is becoming more and more common with the upheaval of the last few years, as well as an increase in gun violence. It’s important to know what sort of warning signs to look for in employees. And how to respond in a dangerous situation. The best way to prevent
There are several workplace safety concerns to be aware of to make your working environment as safe as possible. While we typically think of an office setting as a very safe place, there are a few things to be aware of. Emotional concerns like stress can impact your happiness and productivity. It’s also important to
Traveling with children and pets can often be stressful as they don’t understand just how important road safety is. Instead, they often can be very distracting in the car which can make you more likely to make mistakes. Prepare your car ahead of any travel so that you’re fully stocked with anything you’ll need to
While we don’t think of Easter as a particularly dangerous holiday, there still are some all-too-common Easter accidents to avoid. Luckily, this holiday isn’t as booze-filled as others like New Years' or the Fourth of July, but it can still result in some mishaps. For example, many Easter baskets contain a variety of candy and
Firefighters put their lives on the line everyday in order to save our lives, homes, and property. Their job is one of the most risky jobs there is. From going into burning buildings, breathing in smoke, and risking explosions and buildings falling, being a firefighter is dangerous. Personal protective equipment, or PPE, are items that
Driving safely with children in the car can be very difficult because kids thrive on getting their parents' attention. This usually involves being loud, acting out, and tantrums. All of which can be hugely distracting for parents trying to concentrate on the road. Start safe riding early on by talking to your children about etiquette
Semi-truck accidents are very dangerous due to the size and weight of these massive vehicles. In addition, they tend to travel on highways and other larger roads so they are often traveling at high rates of speed. There are many ways that these can get into accidents, but many of them happen because of driver
Back pain can be chronic or sudden and can make your life very difficult. Some people experience back pain for their entire lives while others only experience it after an injury. If you experience any back pain that continues for more than a few days, you need to see a doctor so they can help