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....
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...
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...
When you think about commercial printers and ink or toner cartridges, you may not think that they’re very dangerous. However, being exposed to certain inks may be dangerous. Additionally, inks and toners may be flammable, which makes them a hazard in offices and other...
Everyone knows that driving puts them at risk for getting hurt, but most people incur that risk on their personal time. The vast majority of crashes involve people in their own vehicles conducting their lives. However, you can't ignore the large number of people who...
People seldom mention office workers in administrative positions and workplace injuries in the same breath. However, if you work in an office in San Diego, you will know that you face an endless list of injuries and other health risks each day. Fortunately, the...
