Most people are unaware of the dangers posed by thermal burn injury at the workplace. These types of burn injury can occur in a variety of industries, but are particularly common in the construction, manufacturing, and automotive industries. In fact, thermal burn injuries are the leading cause of occupational mortality in the United States. Despite their prevalence, many workers do not take the required actions to protect themselves from these work injuries. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the most common causes of thermal burn injuries at workplace, as well as how to protect oneself legally. What are Thermal Burns? Thermal burns are a type of burn that is caused by exposure to extreme heat. Thermal burns can be caused by fires, explosions, or contact with hot objects or liquids. Thermal burns usually get classified as first-degree, second-degree, or third-degree burns. ● First-degree thermal burns are t...
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