No matter where you work in Modesto, it's likely that a forklift will be in operation at some point. It might be a one-off occurence or it might be a daily operation at your place of employment. Either way, forklifts pose a real danger to not only the operators but...
Month: May 2018
The unforeseen consequences of wildfire fighting
You know that your job as a firefighter is one of the most dangerous professions in the world. Risking your life and limb every day to save homes, businesses and forests is respectable and honorable as well as hazardous. You and your associates can face immediate...
Employers shell out over $1 billion weekly for worker injuries
A recent Workplace Safety Index report published by Liberty Mutual shows that American employers paid out over $1 billion each week in 2015 for workers' injuries.The report's authors conceded that the overall number of workers who suffered one of the top 10 most...
Issues that can cause workplace accidents in California
Safety on the job should be the main goal of every employer. Employees need to be properly trained in all aspects of their job, especially if the jobs are inherently dangerous. There are quite a few issues that could be problematic if not properly handled on the job...
Falling object injuries in the California workplace
All workplaces in the state of California have the legal responsibility to do what they can in order to prevent workplace injuries. No matter the type of workplace, whether it's an office or a construction site, injuries and accidents can occur.When injuries do occur...