Every day public safety workers such as law enforcement officers, firefighters, paramedics and prison guards face different on-the-job challenges. Some of these challenges put their lives at risk. Most people understand that public safety workers face severe injuries...
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High Risk Occupations
Which jobs are the most dangerous?
During the 1970s, the U.S government noticed that there were a large number of workplace fatalities occurring in California and across the country. This alarming information led to the formation of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA. Although...
Tips for staying safe when working outdoors
If your job requires you to work outside in the sweltering summer heat in California, you run a high risk for a heat-related illness like heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat rash or heat cramps. Heat stroke in particular can be deadly or lead to a permanent disability...
Registered nurses are at a high risk for workplace injuries
Registered nurses in California are some of the hardest working people in medicine, providing important and critical care for their communities. They are often the middle people between doctors and patients, communicating critical information and making sure that...
The coal industry can teach others about safety
The risks to California employees in the workplace are increasing. Now, workers need to worry about additional harms at work that they never had to worry about before. While the coal mining industry is perceived as dangerous, recent reforms have made it safer....
Small farm accidents not investigated by OSHA
While the Occupational Safety and Health Administration enforces safety regulations in workplaces in California, a loophole in the Occupational Safety and Health Act exists for small farms. OSHA is not allowed to investigate injuries and deaths that happen on small...
These jobs have the highest rates of worker deaths in the U.S.
Californians should be aware of the types of jobs that have the highest risks of fatal work-related accidents. However, it is also important to know which jobs are the most dangerous according to the latest numbers. This information can be useful when considering a...
Fatal work-related accident statistics show increase
There are dangers in any type of job, and Californians should be cognizant of the level of risk they face, especially in high risk occupations. Certain industries have more workplace injuries and death than others, but anyone can be confronted with the injuries and...
Construction accident statistics show rise in injuries
Construction is prevalent in the Bay Area and across California. There are many positives to this, including the number of jobs it provides and the solid pay and benefits the workers receive for that work. Still, there are inherent dangers with any type of...
Cleanup after wildfires can be deadly
If you are a member of a cleanup crew after wildfires, you might not realize how dangerous your job is. Your employer must identify and evaluate the hazards, and address any unhealthy or unsafe conditions. Your employer must also provide instructions and safety...