Federal authorities blamed the Upper Big Branch (UBB) Mine disaster that killed 29 miners on “a workplace culture that valued production over safety,” and said the explosion was “entirely preventable.” Haven’t we heard this before about workplace disasters that claimed multiple lives? [Read more…] about 29 miner deaths ‘entirely preventable’ — root cause is ‘corporate culture’
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Workers’ comp doesn’t cover hearing loss: Company has to pay employees
A 12-year battle regarding hearing loss between Murphy Oil and a group of its former workers has ended with a decision against the company. Now the company must pay up. [Read more…] about Workers’ comp doesn’t cover hearing loss: Company has to pay employees
OSHA sues Whole Foods for firing worker who reported sewage leak
OSHA is suing Whole Foods Market Group to reinstate a fired employee with full back wages and benefits. The employee had expressed concerns to a supervisor about a sewage leak in the store. Three days later, the employee was fired. [Read more…] about OSHA sues Whole Foods for firing worker who reported sewage leak
Company to pay $268K in fines for two teen worker deaths
The U.S. Department of Labor has reached a settlement with an Illinois grain handling company in the deaths of two teens in July 2010. [Read more…] about Company to pay $268K in fines for two teen worker deaths
1 worker killed, 1 injured, following toxic fume exposure at small business
It doesn’t take huge quantities of chemicals in a facility to create a potentially hazardous situation, as a small business in Theresa, WI, found out. [Read more…] about 1 worker killed, 1 injured, following toxic fume exposure at small business
Worker injured when he fell over in his chair: Does he get workers’ comp?
A security surveillance agent monitoring 38 video screens started to put his legs on his desk to revive circulation. His chair tipped over and he was thrown to the floor, sustaining injuries. Will a court allow him to get workers’ comp for those injuries? [Read more…] about Worker injured when he fell over in his chair: Does he get workers’ comp?
Would workplace safety benefit from wellness programs?
Want fewer injuries at work? Perhaps your company should encourage employees to join weight loss and exercise programs. [Read more…] about Would workplace safety benefit from wellness programs?
Recession impacting return to work of injured workers
According to a new study, poor economic conditions have made it more difficult for some employers to offer light, transitional or modified duty for injured workers. [Read more…] about Recession impacting return to work of injured workers
Worker gets $2.7M in ladder-fall lawsuit
Two companies and a construction worker have settled a ten-year battle over injuries the worker suffered on the job. Cost: $2.7 million. [Read more…] about Worker gets $2.7M in ladder-fall lawsuit
New OSHA guidance seeks to limit deaths/injuries from servicing tires
OSHA has revised its guidance on servicing tires to address current hazards and help workers safely perform maintenance on large vehicles. [Read more…] about New OSHA guidance seeks to limit deaths/injuries from servicing tires