Los Angeles Workers' Compensation Law Blog

No one wants to end up unable to work or perform other daily activities because of an injury. Unfortunately, workplace injuries can happen at any time, and California workers could end up having to take time off of work and avoiding other activities as they recover. Of course, individuals can try their best to avoid suffering injuries on the job.

One way to avoid suffering injuries at work is to recognize signs the body is giving that it could be at risk of suffering an injury. For instance, workers who are able to recognize signs of fatigue and who do not ignore pain may be able to address those issues before more serious problems arise. Employers who train their employees to recognize injury warning signs could help their workers avoid harm.

Any job can come with risks to workers' health and safety. From office settings to outdoor construction sites, there are hazards everywhere, and workers need to be aware of those hazards in hopes of lessening the likelihood of on-the-job accidents. Of course, not all workplace injuries are avoidable, but paying attention could make a considerable difference.

A serious hazard that California workers may want to stay aware of is the potential for falling. Slipping or tripping in the workplace could lead to serious or even fatal injuries, especially if a worker falls from a height. However, it is important to note that serious injuries can result from same-level falls. In fact, 65% of fall-related injuries occur in same-level incidents.

People face dangers every day, and in some cases, they do not give it much thought. Some activities that individuals carry out on an almost daily basis as part of their jobs may put them at risk of serious or even fatal injuries. While many workers are fortunate enough to make it home each day without having suffered workplace injuries, not everyone is so lucky.

California readers may be interested in a work-related accident that took place in another state. According to reports, workers for a cable provider were working with power lines behind a business when the accident occurred. One worker was in the bucket of a truck when he was electrocuted. It was unclear exactly how the incident occurred. Another worker attempted to help the first, but that worker was also injured.

It takes a special type of person to work in high places. If you are in the construction industry, you may earn a premium for working hundreds of feet in the air. After all, most individuals experience some type of acrophobia due to the makeup of the human brain and sensory system. 

Falling from a high place can cause serious injury or death. As such, every time you work far from the ground, you must wear fall protection, such as a safety harness, belt or seat. Your employer should train you on the proper use of protective equipment. Still, you should realize that fall protection sometimes causes construction workers to sustain serious injuries. Here are three ways your safety gear may put you at risk: