Workers in construction jobs might deal with atypical injuries that someone in another profession does not. The average office worker might not risk exposure to fiberglass, but people who renovate or build homes and offices in California may deal with the material and...
Nurses are an essential part of keeping people healthy. However, nursing can also be a dangerous occupation. In addition to being exposed to illnesses, being a nurse places many physical demands on your body that can lead to injury. Since taking time off while working...
Nail guns could cause serious injuries and even death. California construction workers and their employers should take the risk seriously and implement prevention strategies to reduce the occurrences of these injuries. Use full sequential trigger nail guns Full...
Factory workers, construction workers, landscapers and other manual laborers are at risk of vibration white finger because they work with vibrating tools. You may hear vibration white finger referred to as hand-arm-vibration syndrome or Raynaud's phenomenon....
California employees can suffer several injuries on the job, including eye trauma. Since some jobs come with greater risks than others, to avoid eye problems while working, employees may find it valuable to take as many protective steps as possible. However, even the...
A career as an EMS worker in California often involves the risk of an injury, even one that's minor. The job is one that's often physically demanding and that can put you in hazardous situations, such as dealing with patients who are combative or helping with chemical...
Every type of work environment in California has potential hazards. Whether you work in a busy construction zone or a quiet office, you should be taking precautions to avoid injuries. Here are some basic tips that all workers can use to stay safe on the job: #1: Know...
The recent release of data from the National Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries revealed what many see as an alarming jump in work-related deaths throughout 2019. The study on occupational fatalities revealed that workers lost their lives every 99 minutes while on...
Anyone can catch a cold at work when a co-worker comes in with a nasty cough and miserable congestion. These transient illnesses hit California workers and may render them unable to work for a few days, but in time they clear up and the workers return to their full...
It is a rite of passage for some California teenagers to get their first jobs once they are qualified to work. The happiness of earning their own money and having the financial power to buy what they want can motivate some young people to seek out jobs that impose...
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