Preventing Foot Injuries
Foot injuries can be extremely painful when they occur and often require a long recovery process. Because the foot is incorporated into tasks as basic as standing and walking, an injury to this part of the body may result in an extended period of limited mobility. For employees that work in positions that have a high risk of injuries to the feet, understanding the hazards and taking preventative measures to avoid injury is very important.
If you or someone you know has suffered a foot injury at work, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. Contact the knowledgeable and qualified Philadelphia workers’ compensation attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 215-238-1130 to speak to a member of our legal team today.
Tips for Preventing Foot Injuries
By remembering the following tips it may be possible to prevent foot injuries in the workplace:
- Follow all safety protocol. If an individual is not licensed or certified to use certain machinery or tools, they should not use them.
- Wear safety gear. Closed-toe boots and other protective footwear may help to prevent injuries from dropped objects or forcible impacts.
- Exhibit caution on slippery surfaces.
- Stay focused on the task at hand. Any failure to pay attention while working may result in unnecessary injury.
- Do not clutter the workspace. Avoid obstacles that may get in the way of safe movement or cause an employee to trip and fall.
Foot injuries may necessitate medical attention and could require that a worker miss considerable periods of work, crippling him or her financially.
Contact Us
For assistance at any point of the workers’ compensation process, contact the Philadelphia workers’ compensation attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 215-238-1130. We can help you to recover the benefits that you are due under the law for your occupational foot injury.