The food service industry reports the highest number of work-related burn injuries every year. According to the World Health Organization, burn injuries sustained at home or at the workplace result in an estimated 265,000 fatalities annually. According to the American Burn Association, there are about 3,400 burn injury-related fatalities in the U.S. each year. Of these, … Read more
Workers in the construction industry that are involved in fire and explosion accidents, are often left with severe and debilitating injuries. According to the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), an average of 36 fire and explosion related deaths occur in the construction industry each year. Construction sites are full of hazards such as electrical … Read more
Work-related burns and corrosions are recognized as injuries that can result in mental and emotional distress. If you suffer a burn or corrosion injury on the job, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, no matter who was at fault for your injuries. Types of Burn Injuries Burn injuries are classified into four levels. First degree burns … Read more
Missouri firefighters are a brave and elite group of individuals who put their lives on the line every day to save the lives of others. This is an occupation in which each man and woman selflessly puts themselves in dangerous situations with potentially tragic consequences. A firefighter who has been injured in the line of … Read more