OSHA gives victory to baggage handlers who are hurt at work
The men and women who handle baggage at the nation’s airports, including those here in Arizona, go about their daily duties behind the scenes. Few people consider the fact that baggage handlers are hurt at work on a consistent basis. Lifting bags, boxes and other cargo, among other hazards they
The many moving parts of machinery safety
Arizona’s industrial workers are exposed to numerous hazards on their jobs every day. The machines they work with pose any number of threats to their lives and limbs. Employers are required to ensure that safety measures are in place to protect workers from the many mechanical and non-mechanical dangers of
OSHA declares workplace accident should not have happened
Training is a vital part of any Arizona industry. Instructing workers how to safely perform their duties is the responsibility of every employer. When that training is not provided, a workplace accident is practically inevitable.For example, a man in another state was attempting to inflate and mount a rim wheel
Workers’ compensation helps with medical costs for work accidents
It goes without saying that some jobs are, in fact, riskier than others. In Arizona, just like every other state, sometimes work accidents are just that: accidents. However, when an employee is injured on the job after there have been past complaints regarding workplace safety, it stands to reason that
Worker suffers burns most of his body in industrial accident
All machinery and equipment used by Arizona workers requires routine maintenance and cleaning. Certain procedures need to be followed in order to ensure the safety of the men and women required to take care of those tasks. When a company fails to follow guidelines and regulations established by the Occupational
Tips for Arizona employees who have been injured on the job
Every job is different. Some jobs, like construction work, may have more obvious risks, but even office jobs can lead to unexpected illness or injury, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. Regardless of the type of work an Arizona employee spends his or days or nights doing, one thing remains universal:
Careless workers may unintentionally cause construction accidents
Arizona construction sites can certainly be dangerous places, but this is why safety guidelines are put in place. It is the responsibility of a construction company to make sure that safety regulations are followed and workers are trained so that injurious construction accidents do not occur. Sadly, in a case
Company fined for machinery safety violations after 3 amputations
Industrial workers in Arizona trust employers to do their part in keeping employees safe. This includes everything from machinery safety and precautions to proper training and oversight. When a company fails to take the necessary steps to ensure employees’ safety and prevent repeat accidents, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Constructions companies must attempt to prevent work injuries
Construction sites in Arizona and other jurisdictions pose significant safety hazards to workers. For this very reason, many construction companies focus on doing more to prevent work injuries. When a workplace accident can result in serious injury or even death, it stands to reason that an employer should make sure safety
Join us at the Kids’ Chance AZ Run/Walk this Saturday, March 4th!
Proud to sponsor the Kids’ Chance Annual Phoenix 5K event on Saturday. The race benefits the children of those severely injured or killed in work accidents. For more information, please visit http://azkidschance.org/ Proud to sponsor the Kids’ Chance Annual Phoenix 5K event on Saturday. The race benefits the children of those severely injured or killed in work accidents. For more information, please