There are many things that used to be acceptable in the past, but have changed over time. This includes the safety regulations in place to protect workers from workplace accidents, injuries and illnesses in New York. Over time, as side effects have become apparent,...
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New York worker injured in fall down elevator shaft
People often think of rescue workers being important following dangerous car accidents or medical emergencies. However, rescue workers are also often important after workplace accidents. Sometimes, whether rescue workers are called quickly enough can be the difference...
Man killed on New York construction site
There are so many different ways that people can get hurt at work. While some jobs are relatively safe, others present dangers on an almost continuous basis. Construction work falls into the latter category. Not only can the tools construction workers use be...
Workplace accidents can happen to New York workers of all ages
Now that it is officially summer in New York kids of all ages are out of school and enjoying the warm weather. For teenagers, summer often means getting a full or part time job to help pass the days and earn a little spending money. However, many people may not be...
New York workers must remember to register for 9/11 compensation
Workplace accidents happen all the time in New York. Sometimes people make mistakes, sometimes safety rules are ignored and sometimes equipment malfunctions, but whatever the case, workplace injuries can be devastating to workers and their families.Many people...
New York worker hurt on bridge
A workplace accident can be devastating for an employee, especially if it results in injuries. A worker can be out of work for weeks, months, years or even for life because of workplace injuries. Without an alternative source of income, these injured New York workers...
15 New York firefighters injured in roof collapse
New York's police officers and firefighters risk their lives on a daily basis to keep the people of New York safe. They literally run into dangerous situations to keep the peace or stop a blaze. While safety precautions are taken to keep these men and women safe,...
Several New York businesses cited by OSHA
While everyone hopes that they are safe at work, this is not always the case. Workplace accidents are all too common in Washington, Warren and Saratoga counties. Following these accidents the Occupational Safety and Health Administration moves in to investigate the...
New York construction worker killed and union plans benefit
Construction sites can be dangerous places. There are many different ways a construction worker can get hurt. To try and prevent construction accidents, many safety regulations have been adopted to try and keep workers safe. Despite these regulations, New York workers...
New York worker hit while on sanitation route
In many situations, employers try to make their workplaces as safe as possible for employees. While accidents can still happen, the risk is reduced since the employer has complete control over the environment.However, in some New York careers, the workers do not just...