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Employers have an interest in reducing work related car accidents
The holiday season is often touted as the most wonderful time of the year, but it is also one of the most dangerous for workers. Anyone in North Carolina who spends time behind the wheel for work is at risk of being injured in a…
Changing weather brings renewed work injuries concerns
Anyone who works outdoors knows just how much changing temperatures can affect safety. While hot temperatures are often emphasized when it comes to worker safety, cold weather also increases the risk of work injuries. North Carolina workers are more likely to suffer slip and fall…
Under Proposed Law, OSHA Would Have to Send News of Safety Violations at Worksites to Local News Media
On October 20, 2021, a Congressional Bill proposed a requirement for OSHA to report safety violations at work to local news agencies and other groups for dissemination to local communities. These would include local newspapers, trade and labor organizations, industry groups, and other relevant outlets…
A look at the most common types of work injuries
There is seemingly no end to the different types of jobs one can get in North Carolina. From construction jobs to desk jobs and everything in between, there is an opportunity for a fulfilling career for most people. Despite the wide array of job types,…
Extreme temperatures cause work injuries throughout the year
Workers in North Carolina are exposed to all kinds of on-the-job dangers, including things like heavy machinery, poor lighting and even violent customers. However, few people realize that one of the biggest risks to worker health has been on the rise for years now —…
Hearing loss in construction workers
Construction sites are often sources of hazardous noise production. While these noises might be a temporary nuisance to passersby, they pose a much more real and lasting threat to workers. Construction workers in North Carolina who are routinely exposed to loud noises on the job…
Ladder safety reduces the chance of accidents on jobsites
When at work, you have the right to a reasonable expectation of safety. If you work in a role that requires you to take certain risks in order to do your job, such as work from heights or on a ladder, safety measures are critical.…
Another Former CMS Employee who Worked at Smith Family Center Diagnosed with Cancer (reported by Allison Latos, WSOC-TV Channel 9 News)
Thank you to Allison Latos of WSOC-TV Channel 9 News for letting Vernon Sumwalt participate in this interview about possible occupational cancer and our workers’ comp system in North Carolina. Watch Allison’s report at this link: https://www.wsoctv.com/news/local/another-former-cms-employee-who-worked-smith-family-center-diagnosed-with-cancer/PPRYWT2HTFHX5DADZR2UIREJAQ/ .
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