According to the National Safety Council, over 44,000 people were injured and 857 were killed in work zone accidents in 2020. This number has steadily increased since 2010, with more drivers and infrastructure projects taking over the roadways.
While there may be numerous reasons why...
For employees whose jobs require driving (like those in the transportation industry) or traveling for work, being involved in a collision while on-the-job can have significant consequences. In some cases, a driver's injuries may go overlooked as they assess vehicle damages and ensure every passenger's safety. However, these workers should know that...
Work injuries threaten the health and financial security of workers. A work-related injury may occur in a single accident or over a period. Whether you are suffering from a sudden trauma or occupational illness, you deserve help with medical bills and mounting costs. In this blog, our Grand Forks & Minot...
The workplace is somewhere you should feel safe and free of potential dangers. However, many industries present significant risks that can cause workers to experience an accident and severe harm. As a worker, you should recognize some of the most common workplace accidents that can arise so that you can stay safe.
Hydrogen sulfide exposure presents many frightening symptoms. Sometimes it’s too late for preventative measures and you must treat the immediate symptoms. When that happens, you must act fast. While treatment is best left to the professionals, there are a few early treatment options for hydrogen sulfide exposure.
If you work around gas, crude oil, or decomposing materials, there’s a good chance you’ve received some degree of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) exposure. This toxic gas is a fundamental part of several industrial processes, including water treatment, paper production, farming, and petroleum processing. That’s why it’s important to follow these workplace safety...
Previously, we described the symptoms of Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) exposure. However, H2S exposure can be difficult to understand. That’s why we created this chart to educate workers and better illustrate the dangers of this deadly gas.
Our chart is measured in PPM (parts per million)....
You’re walking to the next spot on your maintenance route when you get a whiff of rotten eggs that makes your nose hairs stand on end. It only lasts for a second, so you don’t think much of it. What you didn’t realize was that an unseen gas paralyzed your nose.
How can you tell if there’s hydrogen sulfide (H2S) nearby? Although it smells like rotten eggs at first, high concentrations quickly paralyze your sense of smell. Hydrogen sulfide is colorless and tends to amass in dark, enclosed places. There’s no way to identify deadly pockets of gas without scientific instruments. So, how...
Hydrogen sulfide is a deadly compound. You should find out if your workplace has a risk of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) exposure. Some occupations in North Dakota have a much higher potential for H2S exposure
Oil Field Workers and Hydrogen Sulfide ExposureThroughout the area, there...
