Most employers have to carry workers' compensation insurance coverage. If you suffer an injury at work and try to make a claim but your employer does have insurance, you may an alternative option. The California Department of Industrial Relations explains that if the...
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Be aware of the dangers of a warehouse job
Even a minor injury in a warehouse setting can affect your ability to earn a living. Understanding potential hazards can help you stay safe in this type of job. Review the common dangers you may encounter if you work in a warehouse in California according to data from...
Do meatpacking plant workers face injury risks?
Working in a meatpacking plant comes with many risks. California workers may find demand increases for pork, poultry, and beef, which may lead to a hectic work environment. Injuries might take place when confusion reigns, and even experienced employees could suffer...
Rules for workers’ compensation in California
Workers' compensation benefits provide a way for California employees to cover some financial costs when unable to work due to an injury or illness. California remains a "no-fault" workers' compensation state, so eligible workers can file claims without the burden of...
What types of injuries can result from metal fabrication?
Accidents that could occur at metal fabrication shops include amputations, disfigurement, crushing, fires and toxic spills. Distraction is one of the top causes of injuries during metal fabrication. Other causes are a lack of safety regulations and machine...
Common manufacturing workplace injuries to avoid
Imagine a scenario where an employee at a pickle manufacturing plant in California is placing jars of pickles into a case when one of the jars slips off the line and breaks. Not wanting to jam up the line, the employee promises that they will clean it up soon and...
Common on-the-job injuries for truckers
Truck driving is a job that is prevalent all over the country. It may seem like an easy job on the surface, but it can actually be quite demanding. These are some of the most common injuries sustained by truck drivers in California. Overexertion As a truck driver, you...
What are the most common manufacturing job injuries?
Throughout California, many companies succeed by manufacturing products. As it is with almost any job, manufacturing workers must stay aware of certain job-related dangers. By doing this, you can help ensure you remain safe while working. With that in mind, here are...
What occupations are most at risk for repetitive stress injuries?
Many people in California work physically demanding jobs. Unfortunately, it's possible for this type of work to cause repetitive stress injuries. These injuries can cause damage to the body's soft tissues, including tendons and muscles. With that in mind, here's more...
What are common construction site injuries?
Before going into construction work in California, you should know what the most common construction site injuries are in order to prevent them. You should also know that California law requires all businesses, even those that only have one employee, to have workers'...