Editor’s note: responding to electrical vehicle fires is a new, evolving, difficult, and complex topic. The following article is intended only as the briefest and most superficial of guides. Treat this article as nothing more than an introduction to the topic. When it comes to handling electric vehicle fires, first responders and firefighters face a … Read more
The Truth About EV Fires Let’s have a little chat about the electrifying topic of electric vehicle fires, and in particular, our good friends over at Tesla. Now, I know what you’re thinking—electric cars, aren’t they supposed to be the future? Clean, green, and oh-so pristine? Well, hold on to your hats, because it turns … Read more
The Carrington Event of 1859 was the largest recorded solar storm in history, resulting in spectacular auroras and disruptions to telegraph systems. In today’s digitally connected world, the potential damage from a solar storm of such magnitude would be exponentially greater. A coronal mass ejection (CME), an eruption of magnetized plasma from the Sun’s corona, … Read more
Introduction Today we’ll be focusing on the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission’s (OSHRC) recent decisions regarding excessive heat hazards and the United States Postal Service (USPS). We’ll discuss how the OSHRC vacated four of five citations issued by OSHA to USPS due to a lack of feasible prevention measures, while in the fifth case, … Read more
I’d like to tell you about the Dighton Power Plant in Massachusetts, a shining example of workplace safety and health. The U.S. Department of Labor recently renewed Dighton Power’s ‘Star Level’ designation, recognizing the plant’s commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for its 15 employees. Located in Dighton, Massachusetts, the power plant … Read more
Four McDonald’s Employees Triumph Over Retaliation for Reporting COVID-19 Hazards It’s time to dig into another story that proves the resilience and courage of the American workforce. This time, we’re talking about four employees from a Los Angeles McDonald’s franchise who found themselves in a bit of a pickle when they were fired for reporting … Read more
Escondido-based Green View Landscape & Tree Service Inc. Accused of Workers’ Compensation Fraud Scheme Five owners and supervisors of Escondido-based Green View Landscape & Tree Service Inc. (GVLTS) were arraigned on multiple felony counts of insurance fraud after allegedly underreporting their employees’ wages to save on workers’ compensation insurance premiums. Antonio Martinez Resendiz, Ismael Martinez … Read more
I’ve seen my fair share of jobs that come with their own set of risks. The recent reports on worker safety at Amazon warehouses, however, have caught my attention. These massive facilities are a critical part of the company’s operations, and it seems that they’ve become notorious for their high rates of worker injuries. According … Read more
Chainsaws, those powerful portable tools, are a game-changer in countless industries. But, let’s be honest, they can be downright hazardous if not handled with care and precision. Paying attention to operation and maintenance can make all the difference in keeping accidents at bay. Safety Zone: Your Work Area First things first, mark your territory and … Read more
What Are Medical Catheters? So, what’s the deal with medical catheters, anyway? Well, these nifty tubes play a crucial role in the world of healthcare, delivering life-saving fluids and medications or draining excess liquids from our bodies. We’re talking about things like vascular access devices and chest drainage tubes. But what kind of trouble can … Read more
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