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Workers’ Compensation Insurance: A Primer for Public Health

This guidance document came out of NIOSH-sponsored workshops in September 2009 and June 2012 on the use of workers’ compensation data for occupation...

Preventing Muskuloskeletal Disorders in Construction Workers

Describes different types of musculoskeletal disorders, both work and non-work related risk factors for them, and steps that can be taken to minimize...

Leg Partially Severed by Forklift Prong

Case summary of an accident in a produce warehouse in which a worker had his leg severed when struck by a forklift prong....

Healthy Aging for a Sustainable Workforce

A report identifying important issues that revolve around construction’s aging workforce and its needs on the job and off....

Silicosis Alert

An alert for workers about the dangers of silicosis, including a letter to be given to a physician explaining the dangers and clinical signs....

Crushed/Hit

Provides data on the nature of events resulting in workers being crushed or hit and discusses steps that can be taken to reduce the incidents....

Keep Employees in Motor Vehicles Safe

Safety alert issued on motor vehicle safety, to prevent distracted driving and promote seat belt use. This alert is part of the Massachusetts Fatality...

Construction Noise: Exposure, Effects, and the Potential for Remediation; A Review and Analysis

A study of noise exposure in the construction industry recommends greater use of hearing protection and control of the sources of noise on the work si...

What Physicians Need to Know About Silicosis in Construction, Demolition, and Renovation Workers

A form to be given to a physician describing the hazards of silica, symptoms and diagnoses of silicosis....

Vehicles & Heavy Equipment case study

A case study of a construction inspector dying when a truck backed over him, including preventative measures. Part of a collection. Click on the 'col...