Monthly Archives: December 2019
Workplace fatalities rose by 2% in 2018
Work-related fatalities in Florida and around the country rose by 2% to 5,250 in 2018 according to figures released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics on Dec. 17. Transportation incidents such as motor vehicle accidents were the leading cause of workplace fatalities, but the BLS figures also reveal an alarming increase in overdose… Read More »
Bill aims to standardize drunk driving prevention equipment
Work-related fatalities in Florida and around the country rose by 2% to 5,250 in 2018 according to figures released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics on Dec. 17. Transportation incidents such as motor vehicle accidents were the leading cause of workplace fatalities, but the BLS figures also reveal an alarming increase in overdose… Read More »
Seeking advice on staying safe as you travel for the holidays
As you head out for the day with your holiday shopping list in hand, you may share Florida roads with countless others. With the hustle and bustle of holiday traffic in full swing, many of those around you may have a variety of things on their mind, many of which might not necessarily include… Read More »
Warehouse workers face dangers on the job
An increasing number of Florida workers have turned to warehouse jobs either for full-time employment or for supplemental income. With the rapid rise of the e-commerce industry, warehouses and fulfillment centers have outstripped traditional brick-and-mortar retail in many areas. Just one company, Amazon, has over 150 million square feet of warehouse space around the… Read More »
Investigation finds Amazon violating workplace safety rules
The Atlantic and Reveal from the Center for Investigative Reporting have published a joint report on an investigation made into the safety conditions of Amazon warehouses across the United States. Amazon workers in Florida, as elsewhere, may be aware already that warehouse work is considered dangerous. The long hours and fast pace can lead… Read More »