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...
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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...
Workplace eye safety in California
As shocking as this may seem, at least 2000 American workers sustain job-related eye injuries every single day that requires urgent medical attention. However, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) experts believe that employers and their...
Focusing on the mental health of California healthcare workers
Healthcare workers in California are under some of the most intense stress of any employee out there. All over the United States, it’s estimated that around 54 percent of healthcare workers were already burnt out by the time the pandemic came along. That number only...
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...
Avoid nursing injuries by following a few essential safety tips
If you're working in a medical environment in California, you likely do all you can to help your patients. However, it's also crucial to ensure you stay safe and healthy. Otherwise, you won't be able to work and offer help. Utilizing a few tips is essential to ensure...
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...
Statistics regarding key factors in frequency of work injuries
Work accidents are a growing problem in California. Researchers are trying to determine how and why injuries are occurring to formulate strategies to protect all workers. A key part of the assessment of the data that researchers are gathering centers on who is most...
Head injuries can occur at any job
Any type of job can place California employees at risk of workplace accidents. While any work injury can be problematic, head injuries place people in danger of long-term damage, massive medical costs and other challenges. Know the causes of workplace head injuries...
Avoiding common landscaping injuries
Landscaping in California presents many dangers. Those working in this field must be aware of hazards on the job to take steps to prevent injuries. Here are some of the most common landscaping workplace injuries. Slips and falls A fall may occur at the same level when...