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If you get hurt on the job, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. Even with this financial assistance, though, recovering from serious work injuries can be costly and both mentally and physically draining. As such, it’s best to avoid workplace accidents in the first place. Here are a few tips for staying safe while you’re on the clock. 

3 Tips for Mitigating Accidents in the Workplace 

1. Tidy Up 

Regardless of whether you work in a cubicle or on an assembly line, keeping your workspace neat will prevent accidents, including dangerous slip and falls. At the end of every shift, put away all that you can, and if you share the space with anyone else, consider alternating cleaning duties. 

2. Report Potential Hazards

If you come across any dangers on a job site, report them to your supervisor or employer right away. Businesses have an obligation to maintain a reasonably safe working environment for their employees. For instance, if there’s a leak that’s causing water to pool on the floor, it should be repaired quickly to prevent falls. If your employer fails to address any hazards in a timely fashion and you end up getting hurt as a result, you could have grounds for a personal injury suit in lieu of a workers’ compensation claim. This could yield a much larger payout because you could be entitled to compensation for pain and suffering, in addition to coverage for medical costs and lost wages.

3. Follow Industry Standards

workers' compensationWhether you work in a restaurant, factory, office, hospital, or some other facility, it’s important to follow all safety standards that have been established for the given industry. For instance, restaurant managers should train workers on the proper technique for using knives and carrying heavy trays. Factory workers should be given safety equipment, including glasses, closed-toe shoes, hard hards, and earplugs or earmuffs. If your employer fails to follow or enforce these standards, you can file a complaint with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration

 

Unfortunately, even with the proper precautions, accidents can happen. If you’ve sustained an injury at work, turn to Kidwell & Gallagher LTD for help securing workers’ compensation. Based in Elko and representing injured parties all over Nevada, this law firm fights tirelessly on behalf of their clients. For more than two decades, accident victims have turned to them for strategic legal guidance. To explore their areas of expertise, visit their website. To determine if you’re entitled to workers’ compensation, call (775) 738-1000 and schedule an initial consultation.

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