While many California workers may be accustomed to hotter temperatures, it does not mean they will not be affected while working. When temperatures are higher, there may be more work-related accidents. This does not just affect those who work outside. There are...
At-risk injury categories will always exist for certain occupations. Construction, heavy industry and first responders face devastating injuries on nearly every shift. While there are numerous types of injuries that might occur, they tend to fall into three main...
Working in retail is much more grueling than most people realize. Spending long hours on your feet, moving heavy products and dealing with sometimes dangerous customers makes the retail world uniquely dangerous. Retail work injuries are a scary reality for many people...
Commercial vehicle operators in San Diego and across California put their lives on the line with every load they haul. Are you a trucker who spends many hours on the road, far from your loved ones? Then you will experience the physical and emotional toll of the job....
A horrific accident at an amusement park has left one dead and three injured. The accident, which involved a popular water ride, happened on Independence Day weekend in a Midwest state. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and the ride remains closed. ...
We recently discussed the health risks that are inherent to heat exposure for those working outdoors in San Diego and neighboring communities. In this post, we wanted to expand on the illness risks that many outdoor workers can face in California. Biological health...
The California construction industry poses an endless list of safety risks for everyone on site. High-rise construction is hazardous because work takes place on multiple levels. If you were a member of a construction crew working on a high-rise project, it would be a...
Motorists often assume winter is the most dangerous time of year to be on the road. Yet, if you live in San Diego, where the winters are mild, that is less true. Summer, on the other hand, can bring a host of new hazards. According to the National Highways Traffic...
Machinists tend to be incredibly thoughtful about the work they do, measuring, planning and ensuring minimal waste and scrap. Even so, machining is still a trade, and that means it's a physical job. Between all the care and thoughtful operations, there is significant...
One has only to scroll through the websites of any mainstream media news feeds to read shocking reports about widespread incidents of workplace violence. Some of these deadly acts appeared to be targeted, while others instead seem totally random. When working with the...
