Working in the construction industry is perhaps the most dangerous job here in Chicago, Illinois. Construction workers handle dangerous tools while standing on tall scaffoldings, which make them vulnerable to falling from heights that can result in serious injuries and …
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With summer upon us, residents of Chicago and Cook County, Illinois, are constantly feeling the oppressive heat. According to the U.S. Department of Labor’s online site, the dry, hot weather raises the risk of fires. This weather raises another issue …
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While it may seem morbidly comical to be engulfed by hundreds of pounds of grain, it actually does happen in real life and can cause injuries and death. The state of Illinois is well-aware of this and is taking an …
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