While construction workers in Ohio and elsewhere are exposed to many known safety hazards, unexpected incidents sometimes have devastating consequences. Even with all safety precautions in place, things can go wrong, and unanticipated construction workers’ accidents can happen. Such was the case on a recent Tuesday morning in a neighboring state. Reportedly, a 33-year-old…
If you are a cyclist who often rides in traffic, you are no doubt aware of the risks involved. Before you head out, it is a good idea to do a mental review of potentially dangerous situations and have a plan in mind to avoid trouble. Here are four of the most common car-bicycle…
Firefighters in Ohio will likely be relieved after an announcement last month that funds will be made available to provide them with better protection against the health hazards they face. The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation has established a program to limit the exposure of the state’s firefighters to various toxic elements when they…
A sophomore at an Ohio high school lost her life in a recent crash near Rosewell. Fatal car accidents are always tragic, and when teenagers are killed, the trauma also affects their peers. A candlelight vigil was planned to help fellow students deal with their grief after this tragedy. According to a preliminary crash…
The results of an investigation into the cause of a deadly 2016 bus-big rig crash are now available. The chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board found the reason behind the accident “predictable and preventable.” For those who ride buses of any type, from RTA buses to motor coaches and school buses, the sobering…
Do you get a little nervous when an 18-wheeler appears in the lane next to you? A big rig is so massive and takes up so much space that it makes many drivers anxious. If an accident happens, the passenger vehicle you are in will be at a disadvantage. The possibility of a crash increases considerably…
Workplace injuries can be life changing and impact both victims and their loved ones. This is underscored by the consequences of an incident in which an Ohio worker was struck by a company vehicle. Although the injured man will receive workers’ compensation benefits to provide financial support, his suffering involves much more than economical…
An Ohio family is coping with the tragic death of a loved one in a recent crash. Authorities say the driver responsible for this fatality actually caused two car accidents. Charges are pending the conclusion of the investigation. Officials prepared a preliminary crash report that indicates a 58-year-old woman was westbound on Ohio 129,…
In May, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration fined an auto manufacturing company $500,000 for disregarding safety regulations and allowing hazards to exist at its Ohio plant. This willful safety violation led to an amputation injury in which a worker lost his one hand and a portion of his arm. Although the victim can…
Workers on construction sites in Ohio will always be at risk of suffering life-threatening injuries. However, construction workers’ accidents can be limited by compliance with the safety regulations that are prescribed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Unfortunately, not all construction company owners encourage practicing workplace safety because, for them, profits might be…