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Slips, trips and falls are responsible for thousands of work-related injuries in the United States each year. The Bureau of Labor and Statistics (BLS), in fact, says that nearly 700 U.S. workers die each year from them. With that said, slips, trips and falls aren't the same. While they can all lead to serious injury, they are distinguished in several ways. What's the difference between slips, trips and falls exactly?SlipsSlips are defined as the loss of balance due to lack of friction. Friction …

Want to lower your risk of heart disease? If so, you should consider starting your day with a cup of coffee. According to a new meta-analysis study, people who drink at least one cup of black coffee per day are less likely to develop heart disease than their counterparts.About the StudyFor the study, researchers from the American Heart Association (AHA) analyzed data from three existing health studies. The studies tracked the diets, as well as health markers, of over 21,000 Americans for a 10-pe …

Welder's flash is one of the most common types of work-related injuries sustained by professional welders. When welding, you'll need to take preventative measures to protect your eyes. Failure to do so could result in welder's flash. What is welder's flash exactly, and how do you prevent it?Overview of Welder's FlashAlso known as arc eye and flash burn, welder's flash is an eye injury characterized by exposure to the ultraviolet (UV) light produced by a welding arc. Welding arcs don't just produ …

Workers who regularly lift heavy objects often sustain knee injuries, one of the most common being knee bursitis. The knee consists of a fluid-filled pouch separating the bones. Known as the bursa, this pouch prevents the knee's bones from touching each other. Knee bursitis is a type of injury that involves inflammation of the bursa. So, what steps can you take to prevent knee bursitis when lifting heavy objects?Wear Knee BracesYou can lower your risk of knee bursitis when lifting heavy objects …

The winter weather can create hazardous conditions for outdoor workers. If your job requires you to work outdoors during this time of year, you may find yourself walking on ice or snow. The presence of ice or snow, of course, increases the risk of fall-related injuries. How can you protect yourself from injury when walking on ice or snow exactly?#1) Walk SlowlyThe speed at which you walk on ice or snow can affect your risk of falling and, thus, sustaining an injury. The faster you walk, the grea …