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Fatal fall leaves company with big OSHA fine


December 30, 2008 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: Falls, Fatality, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, OSHA news, PPE (protective equipment), Who Got Fined and Why?

OSHA says it’s not enough for companies to develop fall protection plans — they have to enforce them, too.

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Worker paralyzed from fall wins big jury award


December 17, 2008 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: In this week's e-newsletter, Injuries, Latest News & Views, Workers' comp, cost of safety

Worker’s comp shields companies from expensive lawsuits (most of the time) when a worker is injured on the job. But injured workers can file — and win — expensive lawsuits against third parties involved in the incidents.

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Employee falls on co-worker; 1 dead, 1 injured


December 16, 2008 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: Bizarre Accident of the Week, Fatality, In this week's e-newsletter, Injuries, Latest News & Views

From our Bizarre Accidents File: When it comes to injuries involving falls from heights, your first thought probably goes to the person who fell. This story shows others are in danger from falls as well.

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