According to a recent regional news release from the United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), a maker of granite countertops in Acton, Massachusetts has exposed employees to repeated safety hazards while violating worker safety regulations. The company was cited for safety violations in 2014 following a finding of…
The United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is the federal agency under the auspices of the United States Department of Labor (DOL) charged with the task of investigating any serious or fatal workplace accidents that occur in the United States, including the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. If OSHA determines…
One of the more common scenarios that results in on-the-job injuries involves objects falling on an employee. In some cases, were are dealing with merchandise or supplies placed precariously on high shelves, and, in other cases, improperly installed shelves or retail fixtures have collapsed on workers causing serious injuries, including…
As 2016 approaches, employers and employees should begin looking ahead to how they can make sure next year is one of the safest years on worksites. Workplace accidents continue to kill and injure thousands of workers every single year, but Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is continually working to…
Violence in the workplace is a major issue year-round, including during the holiday season when financial stress can lead to criminal acts. Employers must be aware of the risks of violence faced by employees and must ensure that they take steps to prevent injuries and deaths from occurring. While employers…
The holiday season brings significant workplace safety risks to employees within the hospitality field and within the retail field. An influx of customers can mean added dangers that leave employees vulnerable. Workers need to be aware of the added risks they face, but ultimately it is employers who are going…
To meet excess demand during the holiday season, many companies need to hire part-time or seasonal workers. The hiring of seasonal help is common in the retail industry and the hospitality industry, but other companies may also bring in extra help as well, including landscape companies hired to do holiday…
Winter weather in the Boston area means new risks for employees, especially workers in fields like construction that require time outdoors as well as employees who must drive on icy roads. Employers need to take precautions to help reduce the chances of winter workplace accidents and employees need to be…
Municipality of Anchorage v. Stenseth, a case from the Supreme Court of the State of Alaska, involved claimant who had been injured at work “many years ago.” When claimant filed a request for workers’ compensation benefits, the parties eventually reached an agreement, and the parties agreed employee would waive any…
According to a recent new article from KDSK, a woman was working at a Waffle House when a customer began smoking inside the restaurant. Authorities say the employee told suspect he was not allowed to smoke inside the establishment, and he began arguing with the employee. At this point, the…