Category: 2013

Truck drivers feel drowsier since new rules went into effect limiting their hours behind the wheel, according to a study by a trucking industry research group....

Temporary workers are some of the most disadvantaged members of the American workforce. They may be at severe risk of being hurt on the job and unaware of their legal rights after...

Despite sophisticated industrial safety technology, many workers every year are injured in accidents while using the ladder. Falls in the workplace injure thousands of people each year, and many occur while workers are...

Most people who suffer from high levels of lead in their blood were exposed to the toxic substance at work, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. The construction, manufacturing...

Working in the construction industry can be dangerous. Contractors, subcontractors and laborers are generally working on tight deadlines, and safety concerns often take a back seat to simply getting the job done. However, when corners are cut, workers are more likely to suffer injuries and need 

Icy, snowy and freezing weather raise the chances of injuries to workers – and not only from traffic accidents.

Slips and falls are among the most severe work-related hazards during the winter....

Falls are among the leading causes of workplace injuries in Georgia. Some of the most devastating falls involve tumbles from roofs and skylights. A fall from a roof, skylight or any elevation can easily...

American workers face a wide range of hazards that can lead to accidents in the workplace. Often such accidents are entirely preventable through strong safety policies, worker training, and use of protective gear. The...

Toxic synthetic chemicals that were heavily used in building materials a few decades ago continue to create a large risk for various construction workers breathing illnesses. According to the American Industrial Hygiene Association,...

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has a launched construction safety initiative targeting Hispanic workers. The federal agency conducted a program for Hispanic construction workers in Georgia earlier this year, and it is currently...