Construction is one of the most hazardous industries in California. Many safety threats, such as large or malfunctioning equipment and falling from scaffolding or ladders, are readily apparent. However, others often go unnoticed. According to the National Fire...
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What are the Fatal Four of the construction industry?
As a California construction worker, no one needs to tell you that construction is an inherently dangerous occupation. But are you aware that construction work is so dangerous that the Occupational Safety & Health Administration has compiled a list of the four...
Avoiding the temptation to multitask while you drive
Driving requires your complete attention so you can safely navigate around other vehicles. Alertness can also help you notice road hazards and respond with control. Distractions while driving can interfere with your ability to focus. Even simple tasks such as changing...
Do helmets protect motorcyclists?
Motorcyclists across the board have likely heard of the importance of wearing the proper helmet when hitting the road. Study after study has shown the distinct difference in safety that wearing a helmet can cause. But to what extent do helmets provide protection? What...
What are the exceptions to employment-at-will in CA?
California is one of 49 states that is an employment-at-will state. What this means for you is that your employer has the right to hire and fire you at any time, without just cause and without giving you prior notice. If you recently became the subject of an at-will...
How may an at-will employee file a lawsuit against an employer?
If you work as an at-will employee, you may quit your job at any time and for any reason. As noted by Inc.com, you could walk off the job and even make rude comments as you leave. You have a right to quit without fearing retaliation. California's labor laws require...
How much protection do helmets provide?
Motorcyclists like you understand that you have much less protection than other covered vehicles on the road. This is why safety gear like helmets serve as such an important part of a motorcyclist's gear. But while you have heard that helmets will help in the event of...
Do you know these vital construction safety issues?
While you enjoy your job as a construction worker, you understand your position comes with many safety risks. Does your employer do a solid job of creating a proper safety culture? The American Society of Safety Professionals explores several construction safety...
Taking action after experiencing age discrimination
In the workplace, you need to address any violations of your rights as an employee. Employee rights violations take many forms and far too many hard-working people continue to suffer as a result of wage and hour violations, wrongful termination and discrimination. In...
How do you approach your boss about a wage issue?
Recently, you noticed mistakes on your paychecks. Perhaps you brushed off the first error, blaming it on a miscalculation on your part. Now that you noticed more mistakes, you wonder if your employer may intentionally rob you of your wages. To help you navigate the...