California Dump Truck Owners Association

State Compensation Insurance Fund

Radiant heat from hot surfaces, heat from hot processes and the heat from the sun can all cause workers to endure mild to serious illnesses, and in extreme cases, death. The summer weather is in full effect and it is important for workers to understand the signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses so they may take the proper preventive steps. Employees who work in a hot environment should be trained in the causes, recognition, prevention and treatment of heat related illnesses.

State Compensation Insurance Fund

Most workplace injuries involve workers who have been on the job for the less than one year, many have been on the job for less than 30 days. New workers may be experienced in another line of work or they may just be coming out of school with very little, or no job knowledge. They may not be aware of the hazards they could face in the workplace or the proper safety procedures to follow that would help to protect them.

By Judy Kerry - State Compensation Insurance Fund

Cal/OSHA inspectors make unannounced visits to ensure California workplaces are safe and healthy. If your facility has documented uncontrolled hazards and receives citations, the penalties, legal issues, and lowered employee morale and publicity can cause serious financial and business impacts. Managers, supervisors, and employees need to know what to expect during a Cal/OSHA inspection and how to respond appropriately.

By Judy Kerry - State Compensation Insurance Fund

Warning labels, found on all containers of hazardous materials, provide much of the information handlers need to know to use the material safely.  While you can get the same information (and more) from a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), only a warning label can tell you exactly which chemical is inside a that particular container.

By Judy Kerry - State Compensation Insurance Fund

Pushing and pulling are common work activities in many work environments. You may be required to push and pull large and small items, levers, cables, boxes, carts and more. Using material handling devices like carts, dollies or hand trucks rather than carrying material is a good idea, but pushing and pulling these devices can strain your back, shoulders and arms if not handled properly.

By Judy Kerry - State Compensation Insurance Fund

Cal/OSHA requires employers to provide safety training in a language that is understandable to their workers.  With today’s multilingual workforce, the attempt to comply with this regulation can be a challenge. In order to assure that all workers understand important safety information,