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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released a new report on work-related injuries and fatalities earlier this month. The government-run agency responsible for ensuring the safety of millions of workers reported just over 3 million nonfatal injuries in 2013, which translates into an incidence rate of roughly 3.3 per 100 workers.So, how do this numbers fare against work-related injuries from past years? According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), rates of work-rel …

Has your concrete sidewalk lost it’s natural luster and style it once possessed? Over time, moisture, mildew and grime will begin to set into the concrete, creating a dirty appearance. Concrete is incredibly porous and absorbs any surrounding moisture or small dirt particles. The good news, however, is that you can transform your sidewalk back into its original, clean condition by pressure washing it.Pressure washing a sidewalk offers several different benefits. Not only will it create a cleaner …

There are several steps homeowners can take to create a more eco-friendly bathroom. Whether you're tired of paying an astronomical amount for your monthly utilities, want to lessen your home's impact on the environment, set a good example for your children, or a combination of all the above, you can easily do so with minimal work. The truth is that 'going green' in the bathroom is easier than most people realize. For some helpful tips and tricks on how to create a more eco-friendly bathroom, kee …

Do you experience lower back pain on a regular basis? If so, you aren't alone. Lower back pain is reportedly the leading cause of disability worldwide, affecting well over half of the U.S. population. While most people resort to painkillers and other medications to mask their pain, a more effective solution may lie in the form of a chiropractic adjustment.The International Chiropractor's Association (ICA) states that adjustments are the most common procedure performed by professional chiropracto …

Ergonomics – the practice of fitting a workplace to the worker – plays a key role in preventing work-related injuries. Employees who are forced to work in an awkward, unnatural environments have a higher risk of developing repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) like carpal tunnel syndrome and tarsal tunnel syndrome, as well as muskuskeletal disorders. These injuries don't occur overnight, but repeatedly moving the body in a way that's unnatural can and will cause them to develop.Ergonomics: DefinedTh …