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Those who participated in rescue, recovery, and cleanup operations have legal rights Twenty-one years after the September 11th terrorist attack on the World Trade Center, some New York workers and their families are still dealing with the health consequences of that tragic day. In particular, many of the 9/11 rescue and recovery workers were exposed…

New York construction workers are at a higher risk for concussion Construction workers are at an elevated risk of getting a concussion at work compared to other professions. This type of work injury is often diminished. Injured people may be told by employers and insurance providers that “it’s not a big deal” or you can…

Trench-related workplace fatalities – including workplace fatalities due to trench collapses – have increased at an “alarming” rate this year, prompting the U.S. Department of Labor to increase enforcement of trench and excavation work nationwide. That’s according to a recent announcement by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). “The Occupational Safety and Health Administration…

Hand injuries are among the most common injuries sustained while on the job, according to annual workplace injury statistics compiled by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and other workplace safety officials. Injured workers may be eligible for workers’ compensation and other potential benefits. That’s why it’s important to understand what to do if…

Landscaping has many potential dangers that can cause a work injury. Compared to many other industries, working in landscaping comes with a heightened risk of injury and illness for employees. However, for professional landscapers in New York, understanding mandatory safety standards and how to identify hazards can reduce the risk of suffering an on-the-job injury.…

Electrocution poses a major risk to NYC workers. In a national survey, employees were nearly unanimous in their opinion on electrical safety at work – “more can be done” by employers to reduce the risk of severe injuries and fatalities. Conducted by Fluke Corporation, the survey polled over 900 workers on electrical safety at work.…

Conveyor belt systems are dangerous and can cause severe injury Conveyor belts are used in many workplaces throughout the state. Workers in factories and warehouses throughout New York use them as part of their job. But working with any type of machine can be dangerous, and workers are injured in conveyor belt accidents every year.…

Research shows the need for better safety orientation and training With so many people changing jobs in the last two years, it’s perhaps unsurprising that a higher share of work injuries are happening among people new to their jobs. A new report published in EHS Today found that employees are reporting injuries significantly earlier in…

Workplace fatalities decreased nationwide in 2020, according to the latest fatal workplace accident statistics compiled by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). But the decrease did not involve all workers. According to the AFL-CIO, workplace fatalities among Latino workers increased in 2020, continuing a trend of more Latino work-related deaths in the past decade.…