Factory workers are forbiddento lift more than 35 lbs. and are

93% male

...whereas nurses, 90% women, are expected to

regularly lift people.

Occupational Safety Series !

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POLICE OFFICERS: Did you know?

Pre-existing conditions that are aggravated or accelerated because of job duties may be compensable. Being a cop can be a very physical job. They may have a workers’ compensation claim if a pre-existing condition such as back or joint pain is worsened due to repetitive job duties.

Traumatic events can lead to psychological injuries. Police o� cers may be exposed to disturbing incidents on the job. Psychological conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, depression and anxiety are common work-related injuries that may be eligible for workers’ comp.

Police o� cers are entitled to heart and lung benefi ts in addition

to workers’ compensation. Heart and lung benefi ts provide full salary

compensation and medical benefi ts to o� cers injured on the job and expected

to recover and return to work.

Motor vehicle accidents are a common source of

injuries for cops. Accidents can occur because

of other drivers or during suspect pursuit. Bruises, scrapes, sprains, strains,

broken bones, herniated discs and concussions may occur,

among other injuries.

Traumatic events can lead to psychological injuries. Police o� cers may be exposed to disturbing incidents on the job. Psychological conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, depression and anxiety are common work-related injuries that may be eligible for workers’ comp.

Police and law enforcement o� cers have one of the highest rates of injury among all occupations. Common work-related injuries include: herniated discs, hand, wrist, knee and shoulder injuries.