Following several previous posts about the safety risks to which employees in Ohio's glass manufacturing facilities are exposed, a language barrier was recently identified as a major problem in the Fuyao Glass America factory. Inspectors with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration have found one safety violation after another during previous inspections, and still, the workers feel their health and safety are in jeopardy. On a recent Thursday evening, they voiced their concerns to the local city council.
Safety violation: Language barrier threatens glass workers
Permanent disability can jeopardize chances of gainful employment
Some victims of workplace accidents in Ohio choose to utilize the skills of experienced workers' compensation attorneys at Morgan & Justice in Columbus. There is an extensive range of injuries that employees in all industries can suffer, many of which can cause permanent disability. If you have suffered such devastating injuries, our support and guidance will likely increase your chances of receiving the maximum compensation under the circumstances.
Safety violation: 4 Ohio companies cited for hazard exposure
Ohio workers in all industries face unsafe workplace environments. Although business owners who fail to comply with federal regulations could face severe penalties for every safety violation identified by inspectors, workplace accidents occur almost daily. A recent report about penalties proposed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration demonstrates the wide range of hazards Ohio employees face.
A safety violation involving chemicals can cause severe injuries
The U.S. Chemical Safety Board is concerned about the number of workers that are victims of workplace injuries involving hazardous chemicals. In Ohio and throughout the country, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration prescribes strict regulations for the handling of chemicals, and every safety violation that federal inspectors identify could result in a citation and a penalty. When it comes to working with chemicals, prevention is always better than cure.
