Workplace safety is a very serious matter for all Kansas companies. There is a potential for accidents anywhere people are working with dangerous equipment and around potentially lethal chemicals. Everything from equipment clearance space to air filtration systems...
Workers’ Compensation
Dangers of working in cold weather
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, workplace injuries and illness have spiked due to what is called "environmental cold." Environmental cold, also known as cold stress, tends to affect those working either outside or within spaces that are not properly...
What’s the difference between state and federal workers’ comp?
Federal workers' compensation is for federal government employees, and state workers' compensation is for other employees. State workers' compensation may have different rules than federal workers' comp, so you should consult with a local lawyer to understand your...
Does workers comp cover workplace violence?
While it's not discussed as often as other workplace injuries, workplace violence has injured thousands of employees in Kansas. Here, workplace violence refers to an individual attacking an employee. This could involve one employee attacking another, a customer...
Complications with allergies triggered in the workplace
Occupational Safety and Health Administration is studying workplace agents that trigger an allergic response in workers in Kansas and throughout the country. This is a complicated problem, however, because allergens exist everywhere, and many people have allergies....
Reimbursements from the Provide Accurate Information Directly Act
The Provide Accurate Information Directly Act helps insurance providers in the settlement of claims for workers' compensation in Kansas. The law helps these providers to understand exactly which reimbursements are necessary when a claim comes forward. This is...
How can nurses prevent workplace injuries?
Anyone in Kansas can get injured on the job. While nurses are typically the ones taking care of injured patients, they can get injured if they find themselves in a hazardous situation. Here are a few tips for nurses who want to stay safe on the job. How can nurses...
Understanding company vehicle accidents and liability
Many employers require employees to drive company vehicles. An employee in Kansas likely thinks that their employer will handle the costs of the incident through their insurance. That may be true if they get injured and are not at fault. However, if they cause...
LOTO plan: What companies and employees should understand
If you work in a large factory, then you may have heard of the phrase Lockout/Tagout, or LOTO for short. Lockout/Tagout is a standard that was created and recommended by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). It was developed to provide companies...
Workers’ compensation is not fault-based
When you get injured on the job, you have a right to seek workers' compensation benefits. There can be exceptions where your employer may be able to deny your claim, however. But those exceptions are usually limited to situations where you were injured while...