Working in a machine shop or other industrial job comes with risks every day. Ideally, California employers provide personal protection for their workers and stress safety at regular training sessions. Nevertheless, when machine shop injuries occur, they can be...
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Workplace injuries to muscles could cause rhabdomyolysis
California workers whose jobs expose them to excessive heat or strenuous physical jobs could develop rhabdomyolysis. The condition could follow workplace injuries that damaged muscles or the breakdown of dead muscles released into a worker's blood. When that happens,...
Workplace accidents: Vehicle safety is a top priority
Any number of issues may arise on the job that create hazardous conditions for California workers. Workplace accidents are less likely to occur if employers and workers follow safety regulations, especially those regarding operation of commercial vehicles. If an...
Workplace accidents: Rehabilitation is always a goal
When a California worker suffers an on-the-job injury, there is no way to predict how much time will be needed for a full recovery. Workplace accidents can cause partial or full permanent disability, which means that, in some cases, an injured employee may never be...
Workplace accidents: Tragedy in another state involving fatality
When a California worker carries out his or her duties, he or she can reasonably expect that the employer in question has provided all necessary information, training and equipment to help lower the risk of injury on the job. When workplace accidents occur, the...
Working in agriculture is dangerous: Here’s what to know
Working in agriculture, there are a few things that you should be aware of. You are exposed to many kinds of hazards each day, which means that good training is essential. Your employer is responsible for providing training and information on the hazards that you may...
Workplace injuries are not always immediately apparent
If you work in a California industry that is known to be dangerous, such as construction, agriculture or commercial fishing, you are at risk for injury on the job. However, even if you work behind a desk in an office, it does not necessarily mean you will never suffer...
Construction workers’ accidents often cuased by these issues
Every California worker is at risk for injury on the job. Some jobs are undoubtedly more dangerous than others. Construction workers' accidents typically occur more often than accidents in most other industries. In fact, construction ranks high on most lists for the...
Workplace accidents: Risk is high in the construction industry
California construction workers often suffer injuries on the job. Construction work is typically at the top of most lists regarding which jobs are the most dangerous. When workplace accidents occur, it often sparks a series of events that hopefully includes helping...
Workplace injuries: Do you know what to do?
If a California worker is involved in an accident on the job, it sparks a series of events. First and foremost, any employee who suffers workplace injuries will want to seek immediate medical attention. Sadly, many on-the-job accidents result in serious and even...