At this point, you are probably aware that asbestos is a dangerous substance. Since the 1970s, the government has been aware of the danger and made sure your exposure is limited. However, this does not mean asbestos is not still in your environment in Louisiana. It...
Workplace Accidents
Recorded workplace accidents down notably in the last 15 years
When people agree to a particular job in Louisiana, they are acknowledging that their job may expose them to the risks that are a given part of the industry they operate in. Depending on their occupation, the risks and hazards they face each day will vary...
What kind of burns can people suffer on the job?
Louisiana industrial, oil and construction workers understand that their jobs can be dangerous. One jobsite risk involves skin burns. According to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), over 40,000 people go to the hospital each year for burns....
Effects of shift work in the oil industry
The oil industry is one of Louisiana's most lucrative industries, and it employs thousands of workers from across the state. However, though the industry may be great for the economy, it is not so great for the workers. Much of rig work is done at night, during "shift...
What are the components of chemical hazard labels?
When you work with hazardous chemicals on a job site in Louisiana, those chemicals must have a specific label on them as ordered by the federal government. This label is kept universal so you can easily understand the label on any chemical you work with. However, even...
Why is proper safety training important?
Regardless of where you work in Louisiana, your employer should have given you some safety training when you first began your job. This safety training provided you with a good foundation for staying safe while at work and understanding the safety risks that are...
How do I report an unsafe work environment?
No worker in Louisiana should be exposed to harm in the workplace. While some occupations are inherently dangerous, those dangers should never be because an employer is not providing proper safety equipment or following safety standards. If you feel your workplace is...
How can workers minimize the risk of asbestos exposure?
Many construction, plumbing and industrial workers in the Lake Charles area are aware of the dangers they face on the job. They may have even seen and heard ads on the radio and television about the dangers of asbestos exposure and how it can cause mesothelioma and...
How can workers avoid burn injuries on the job?
Burns are a common type of injury in many Lake Charles area work environments. Employees are exposed to chemicals, electrical and thermal hazards that increase their risk of burn trauma. According to the National Law Review, out of the “1.1 million burn victims...
How can workers prevent workplace accidents
When it comes to workplace accidents in the Lake Charles area, many workers do not realize the role they play. Usually, employers assume the blame when accidents occur that leave their employees hurt or dead. Though injured employees can receive workers’...