The Environmental Protection Agency has implemented a new rule that requires hazardous waste containers to be labeled with the words "hazardous waste." Furthermore, containers in New Jersey and other states must state the type of hazards that the materials may pose as...
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Month: August 2019
What to do after a workers’ compensation denial
An on-the-job injury can turn your life upside down. Not only are you faced with pain and suffering, but you must also consider the financial impact.When you file a claim for workers' compensation benefits, you hope to receive an immediate approval. This will allow...
Preventing lead exposure in the workplace
Employers in New Jersey may have heard that the city of Newark has some of the highest levels of lead in its drinking water. Officials are even giving out bottled water to residents. Of course, any level of lead in water is dangerous to one's health, affecting brain...
Bill introduced that may require AEB on all commercial trucks
Truckers in New Jersey may have heard that a bill was introduced that could mandate automatic emergency braking on all commercial trucks. The bill, called the Safe Roads Act of 2019, is seen as providing a "common-sense solution" to the rising number of truck crashes...
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Bullying bosses can make workplaces less safe
New Jersey workers might be interested to learn that workplaces with bosses who bully employees tend to experience more on-the-job injuries, according to a recent study. Researchers found that this may be because employees are more likely to make decisions that...
It’s the conversation, not the phone, that makes a call dangerous
No matter how long your daily commute lasts, you probably find yourself wishing you could get through it more quickly. Whether you spend an hour or 20 minutes getting to work each morning, the time you spend traveling to your job can feel like wasted minutes. You may...
Minimizing the risk for nursing injuries
Nurses in New Jersey and the rest of the U.S. are frequently exposed to health and safety risks. However, there are ways they can minimize their risks for potentially life-threatening injuries. The following tips were collected by a panel of experts and presented by...
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