Assembly work keeps San Diego's manufacturing sector running, but it comes with real dangers. While this work provides steady paychecks, it also carries significant injury risks that can affect your health and financial stability. Knowing about these risks helps you...
Workplace Accidents
California law and your rights after a work concussion
A concussion is one of the most misunderstood workplace injuries because many people brush it off as a mild and harmless bump. But the truth is, even a mild brain injury can easily escalate and result in serious medical problems like lasting memory problems, inability...
Recognizing gaslighting regarding workplace injuries
A healthy workplace environment is one that prioritizes the well-being and safety of its employees. Unfortunately, some employees might find themselves in situations where their concerns about workplace injuries are dismissed, diminished or denied, a psychological...
How do digital distractions cause workplace accidents?
While technology can and often does improve how employees work, it can also cause problems that may lead to injury or property damage on the job. Today's smartphones include apps that allow employees to order food or watch video content during breaks, but they can...
The physical risks of working in the healthcare industry
It’s easy to picture healthcare workers tending to the injuries of others. It is, after all, what they’ve been trained to do. But what happens when the professionals devoted to healing those who are hurt find themselves injured in the process? Common causes of...
Why are ladders so dangerous to workers?
Regardless of where you work, there is a good chance your job duties require you to step on a ladder at least occasionally. While they are simple tools, ladders also can be inherently dangerous. Even if you practice ladder-safety techniques, you may eventually suffer...
5 common types of warehouse workplace accidents
While nearly every occupation carries a risk of on-the-job injury, warehouse workers often face challenges from two fronts. Not only must they safely navigate heavy machinery, but they must also endure repetitive stress from lifting, carrying and moving boxes all...
Common on-the-job injuries for healthcare workers
There are numerous professions that are at-risk for serious injuries during a work shift. While many are obvious such as construction workers, factory workers and first responders, many others are more of a shock. While it might come as a surprise, numerous front-line...
Amazon warehouses report high levels of injuries
New research has revealed that Amazon warehouses in California and across the country suffer a significant number of workplace accidents. In 2019, 14,000 injuries were reported across various Amazon warehouses, a 33% increase from the amount of accidents in 2016....
Ebola takes center stage in workplace accident prevention
Anyone in the country who watches the news is aware of the fact that a deadly virus -- Ebola -- is threatening the lives of Americans. Workers in certain seem to share a greater risk of contracting the virus. They include healthcare workers, laboratory workers and...