Workplace burn injuries may be a serious problem for fast food workers in Colorado. According to information provided by the labor campaign 'Fight for 15", there have been 28 complaints made to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration by McDonald's restaurant workers across the U.S. Workers are alleging that they suffered from serious burns on the job due to a lack of protective equipment, under-staffing and pressure to be fast.
Daylight saving time increases risks at the workplace
Workers in Colorado may have been tired after the clocks were set forward one hour for daylight saving time on March 8, and it has been found that the loss of an hour of sleep could lead to increased injuries in the workplace following this event. Employers and employees should be aware of the safety concerns following the time change in order to avoid workplace accidents.
OSHA cites Colorado scrap metal company for 12 safety violations
An employee of over 15 years at the Atlas Metal & Iron Corp. of Denver, Colorado, died while attempting to repair a metal baler. Because it was a workplace death, the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration launched an investigation.
New tech device could save warehouse workers' backs
Each day, warehouse workers in Colorado perform physically strenuous jobs that put them at risk of injury. While working in a fast-paced environment, simple tasks like bending and lifting can become grueling for workers who perform these moves repeatedly throughout the day. Although workers are usually trained on proper lifting techniques, this training may be ignored on busy days.
