2021

Factory workers in Irvine and across California could suffer catastrophic injuries in the blink of an eye. Without the necessary guards and other safety precautions, workers’ body parts could be caught between objects, or they could somehow become entangled in moving machine parts. Although some incidents cause nothing more than lacerations or bruises, crushed or […]

Those responsible for trimming and removing trees in Irvine and elsewhere in California put their lives on the line every day. The typical hazards of their jobs are exacerbated when they work in fire-damaged areas. The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health requires employers to protect employees from known risks. However, it is essential

When it comes to occupational injuries, it is not only workers in construction, manufacturing and industries like transportation who are constantly at risk. Hotel room attendants and other workers in the California hospitality industry have daily tasks that cause accumulative damage to their health. Some see musculoskeletal injuries (MSDs) as an unavoidable part of the

Occupational injuries happen in all industries. As a result, more and more employers in California recognize the benefits of involving workers in hazard identification. Does your employer involve workers in maintaining a safe work environment? Too many preventable accidents happen due to a lack of communication between employers, supervisors and employees. Sharing the responsibility for

California workers in various industries are vulnerable to suffering heat illness. If you work in construction, landscaping, agriculture, utilities, transportation, grounds maintenance, utilities, or the oil and gas industry, your risk for suffering heat illness is high. Although it could be deadly, heat illness is preventable. The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health prescribes

While Southern California might be known for having a temperate climate, workers could still be subjected to extreme temperatures. Workers outside can face relentless sunlight and 100-degree temperatures as the summer months progress. Additionally, conditions inside can become stifling due to lack of air circulation and heavy physical labor. No matter the scope of your

If you are a construction worker in California, you and your co-workers will likely join construction workers across the country in participating in the National Safety Stand-down to prevent falls in construction from May 3 to May 7. Hopefully, the campaign will pay some attention to the importance of preventing suspension trauma in the event