With the rising temperatures has come a rise in people out to make our roads drivable again.Road construction workers have a tough job. Not only are they out in the hot sun, there are hundreds of drivers passing by them, posing another element of danger to an already...
Month: May 2018
Avoiding heat stroke at the construction site
Summer is fast approaching and with rising temperatures come new risks at the job site. Between the pavement and the reflective buildings, the heat will multiply at construction sites around the city.As you’re working at the site, there are precautions you can...
Depression can lead to workplace injury
Depression is a serious problem that affects a number of people in New York. One of the consequences of depression is an increased risk of injury in the workplace, which can result in more workers' compensation claims. As a result, it is important that workers with...
Who is most at risk for asbestos-related illness?
Although asbestos has long been known to be a highly dangerous carcinogen that can cause multiple problems from inhaling its microscopic fibers, you may still find asbestos used in all manner of substances and practices to this day. We are continuously surrounded by...
Workers’ rights group singles out Dirty Dozen employers
The National Council for Occupational Safety and Health released it’s annual “Dirty Dozen” report of the country’s most dangerous employers last week, in honor of Workers’ Memorial Week. Too many people die and suffer serious injuries on...