California's growing dependence on mobile data has fueled a boom in cell tower construction and maintenance. Tower technician jobs are plentiful and promise a good income. However, this side of the telecommunications industry poses substantial injury risks. Thrill...
Workplace Accidents
5 dangers of working in a warehouse
Workers injured on the job may benefit from worker’s compensation. Workers’ compensation can help provide medical insurance and lost wages. A warehouse is a common occupation where many workers suffer injuries. Warehouse jobs are especially beneficial for the economy...
Hazards workers face in hot indoor or outdoor environments
Workers in California can face a variety of conditions based on their environment. Some are required to work either in indoor environments that are not climate controlled or outdoors in extreme heat. The following are some hazards workers can face in these conditions...
Common workplace back injuries and how to prevent them
Certain jobs in California are strenuous enough to cause employees injuries. Unfortunately, workplace back injuries are among the most common; they can range from mild to debilitating. These are the most common ways you can avoid sustaining them. Workplace back...
Navigating workplace eye injuries in California
Workplace safety is a critical aspect of any industry, but in California, one particular type of injury stands out – eye injuries. Each year, countless workers suffer from avoidable eye injuries, leading to detrimental consequences that affect both their personal...
Construction worksite dangers
A construction site presents significant dangers to employees working there. The sheer number of hazards could lead to an accident that sends someone to a California emergency room. Some injuries might be fatal ones, as statistics reveal. A review of recent statistics...
Major trends in construction work injuries
Construction is one of the most vital industries in California. This segment of the economy is responsible for billions of dollars' worth of activity each year. However, it is also one of the industries that is most rife with worker injuries. The more you know about...
Truck drivers and shoulder injuries
Most assume that truck drivers run the most significant injury risks from vehicle collisions. While an accident on a California highway may leave the trucker with serious injuries, there are other ways the driver could get hurt. Driving a truck is more physical than...
Back injuries and workers’ comp
A person who suffers a back injury might wake up one morning and discover they have extreme difficulty moving. Sometimes, the injury is a minor sprain that requires several days to heal. Other times, the injury could be so severe that surgery is the only way to treat...
Common construction site health hazards
New construction projects are a sign that a California community is thriving. Working conditions in the building industry can be challenging on the best days. The many hazards at construction sites can lead to long and short-term injuries. Hazards that cause acute...