If you work in California, you know how crucial it is to stay safe. Accidents can happen at any place and at any time. It's essential to wear correct safety gear and to follow all of the approved rules. Failure to do so can result in an injury that can change the...
Types Of Work-Related Injuries
What to do if your fingertip or toe is cut off at work
California workers who use knives or sharp objects at the job can be in danger of a range of serious injuries that can be painful and costly. One type of workplace accident that is all too common is a sliced fingertip or toe. Whether you are injured by a knife in a...
Common welding injuries and how to avoid them
Many California residents experience on-the-job injuries. Welding is one of the careers that carry higher risks. Certain injuries are common in this field, but it’s possible to prevent them. Burn injuries Many of the common injuries welding workers can experience are...
Facts about safety on farms
Fall harvest time is one of the busiest and most dangerous seasons for farming. Agriculture is one of the most hazardous industries in Southern California and has the highest fatality rates in the U.S. The 574 fatalities in 2018 were equivalent to 23.4 deaths per...
What are the 10 most common workplace injuries?
Workers in California face certain risks on the job no matter where they are employed. These are the 10 most common types of workplace injuries. Repetitive motion injuries Repetitive motion injuries happen when workers continuously perform the same motions, putting...
What injuries could health care workers face?
Professionals working in the health care field serve a vital duty: they help people dealing with injuries and illnesses. Ironically, numerous California health care professionals find themselves dealing with work-related injuries since the field comes with many risks...
Common loading dock injuries and how you can avoid them
California warehouse loading dock workers know the risks of their job. However, it’s possible to avoid job-related injuries with the right precautions. Some injuries are common on loading docks, but they are preventable. Why are warehouse loading docks often...
New rules for workplace injury reporting in California
Employees in California have the right to work in safe environments and receive compensation if they become sick or injured. They must understand how state laws work in regard to reporting accidents. Since 2020, there are new guidelines for employees and their...
Truck drivers and shoulder injuries
Every occupation in California has specific types of injuries that are a common reason for workers' compensation claims. Many of them are actually due to long-term repetitive motion job responsibilities, such as factory workers who use their hands and fingers...
Protect yourself from common wildfire firefighter injuries
Working as a wildland firefighter in California places you in an environment with numerous threats to your safety and health. Following the proper techniques to keep you safe and wearing protective equipment is essential to help avoid injuries. Even then, you may...