Posts tagged worker safety
Celebrating World Day for Safety and Health at Work
Celebrating World Day for Safety and Health at Work

As we mark the World Day for Safety and Health at Work, it's a pivotal moment to reflect on the strides we've made towards safeguarding our workplaces.

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Workplace Safety, AwarenessCole, Fisher, Cole, O'Keefe + Mahoneyworkplace safety, safety training, safety innovations, safety programs, worker safety, worker safety program, occupational health, occupational safety, workplace well-being, World Day for Safety-Health at Work, technology, ILO, historyComment
Spring Forward: Adjusting Workplace Safety with Daylight Saving Time
Spring Forward: Adjusting Workplace Safety with Daylight Saving Time

The change that comes with Daylight Savigns Time, while seemingly minor, can have profound effects on our work environment, particularly in the realm of safety.

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Workplace Safety, Employee Well-BeingCole, Fisher, Cole, O'Keefe + Mahoneydaylight saving time, worker safety, employee well-being, safety training, technology, DST impact, adapting to DST, safety protocols, fatigue management, workplace productivityComment
A History of the Workers’ Compensation System
A History of the Workers’ Compensation System

Born out of necessity during the tumultuous times of the Industrial Revolution, the workers’ comp system has undergone numerous transformations to address the ever-changing dynamics of the workplace.

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Workers Compensation, Workers Comp SystemCole, Fisher, Cole, O'Keefe + Mahoneyworkers compensation system, workers compensation, workers comp history, industrial revolution, labor laws, labor history, worker safety, worker rights, modern workspace, modern reforms, gig workers, worker benefits, compensation laws, employers responsibilityComment
What is the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR)?
What is the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR)?

The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the Golden State's workforce operates in a safe, fair, and compliant environment.

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California, Workers Compensation, Workers RightsCole, Fisher, Cole, O'Keefe + MahoneyCalifornia, DIR, labor laws, labor history, workers rights, industrial relations, worker safety, compliance, employers, employee, mediation, workers compensationComment