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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
SF politics

Outrage as Trump's coal expansion coupled with health cuts: There won't be anyone to work in the mines'

The Trump administration's push for coal mining expansion raises significant health and safety concerns for miners amid crippling agency budget cuts.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Outrage as Trump's coal expansion coupled with health cuts: There won't be anyone to work in the mines'

The Trump administration's push for coal mining expansion raises significant health and safety concerns for miners amid crippling agency budget cuts.
more#occupational-health
#labor-rights
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Amazon Hit With Potential Strike and Damning Senate Report Ahead of Holiday Rush

Teamster workers voted to authorize strikes against Amazon to address unsafe working conditions and low wages.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Amazon Workers in Over 30 Countries Take Coordinated Action on Black Friday

Activists are demanding Amazon ensure worker safety, pay a minimum wage, and sign labor accords during the global 'Make Amazon Pay' campaign.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Digital life

Amazon Disregarded Internal Warnings on Injuries, Senate Investigation Claims

Amazon's production quotas lead to higher injury rates, contradicting its claims of safety and declining injury statistics.
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Environment

Miami farm workers' last hope for heat protection regs appears dead under Trump

The effort to implement heat safety regulations for workers in Florida has stalled under the Trump administration.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Amazon Hit With Potential Strike and Damning Senate Report Ahead of Holiday Rush

Teamster workers voted to authorize strikes against Amazon to address unsafe working conditions and low wages.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Amazon Workers in Over 30 Countries Take Coordinated Action on Black Friday

Activists are demanding Amazon ensure worker safety, pay a minimum wage, and sign labor accords during the global 'Make Amazon Pay' campaign.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Digital life

Amazon Disregarded Internal Warnings on Injuries, Senate Investigation Claims

Amazon's production quotas lead to higher injury rates, contradicting its claims of safety and declining injury statistics.
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Environment

Miami farm workers' last hope for heat protection regs appears dead under Trump

The effort to implement heat safety regulations for workers in Florida has stalled under the Trump administration.
more#labor-rights
#migrant-workers
fromESPN.com
1 week ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Saudi minister: WC worker's death investigated

Saudi Arabia is investigating a worker's death during World Cup stadium construction, emphasizing safety despite concerns over migrant worker rights.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
UK news

The boat owners treat us as slaves': crews report abuse and death on long-haul vessels

Crew member dies under mysterious circumstances on fishing boat; reactions show neglect of workers' welfare.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Saudi Arabia's World Cup bid gathers pace but at what cost to human life? | Nick Ames

The death of John Njau Kibue highlights the ongoing plight and risks faced by migrant workers in Qatar during international events.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Saudi minister: WC worker's death investigated

Saudi Arabia is investigating a worker's death during World Cup stadium construction, emphasizing safety despite concerns over migrant worker rights.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

The boat owners treat us as slaves': crews report abuse and death on long-haul vessels

Crew member dies under mysterious circumstances on fishing boat; reactions show neglect of workers' welfare.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Saudi Arabia's World Cup bid gathers pace but at what cost to human life? | Nick Ames

The death of John Njau Kibue highlights the ongoing plight and risks faced by migrant workers in Qatar during international events.
more#migrant-workers
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago
California

Caltrans using remote-controlled equipment to help clear Highway 1 slide near Big Sur

Caltrans is using remote-controlled equipment at Regent's Slide to enhance safety and allow for riskier operations during repair work.
#public-health
fromSacramento Bee
1 month ago
Coronavirus

Health of California dairy workers was compromised as bird flu spread, new study says

Dairy workers feel unprotected during the bird flu outbreak, prioritizing animal health over their own.
A recent study reveals concerns of inadequacy and risks among California dairy workers related to bird flu.
fromwww.bostonherald.com
7 months ago
California

Health Secretary Becerra touts extreme heat protections. Farmworkers want more

The Biden administration aims to enhance protections for farmworkers against extreme heat and wildfire smoke due to climate change.
Coronavirus
fromSacramento Bee
1 month ago

Health of California dairy workers was compromised as bird flu spread, new study says

Dairy workers feel unprotected during the bird flu outbreak, prioritizing animal health over their own.
A recent study reveals concerns of inadequacy and risks among California dairy workers related to bird flu.
fromwww.bostonherald.com
7 months ago
California

Health Secretary Becerra touts extreme heat protections. Farmworkers want more

The Biden administration aims to enhance protections for farmworkers against extreme heat and wildfire smoke due to climate change.
more#public-health
#california
California
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Farmworkers feed the country, but who protects them from wildfire smoke?

Farmworkers are enduring hazardous air quality conditions while working, highlighting limitations in existing protections against wildfire smoke.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

California bill calls for certification for stonecutting shops amid worker deaths from silicosis

Legislation aims to protect countertop workers from silicosis through safety training and certification of fabrication shops.
fromSacramento Bee
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

How did Mary's Chicken poultry worker drown in waste pit? Report reveals 'infuriating' details

The death of a worker at a poultry plant may be linked to inadequate safety measures and toxic exposure, prompting calls for improved workplace protocols.
California
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Farmworkers feed the country, but who protects them from wildfire smoke?

Farmworkers are enduring hazardous air quality conditions while working, highlighting limitations in existing protections against wildfire smoke.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

California bill calls for certification for stonecutting shops amid worker deaths from silicosis

Legislation aims to protect countertop workers from silicosis through safety training and certification of fabrication shops.
fromSacramento Bee
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

How did Mary's Chicken poultry worker drown in waste pit? Report reveals 'infuriating' details

The death of a worker at a poultry plant may be linked to inadequate safety measures and toxic exposure, prompting calls for improved workplace protocols.
more#california
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Martinez refinery workers return to work after gas-leak explosion and fire

The Martinez Refining Company experienced an explosion that resulted in minor injuries and a shelter-in-place order for nearby residents.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

REI Sells the Great Outdoors While Workers Breathe Chemicals in a Windowless Basement

REI's transparency regarding worker safety and air quality at its SoHo store raises serious concerns, especially about the exposure to toxic chemicals.
fromKqed
3 months ago
Healthcare

Workers Now Begin Massive Cleanup After LA Fires. Can the State Keep Them Safe? | KQED

Immigrant laborers are crucial for post-disaster cleanups, facing safety risks and inadequate training.
Reconstruction efforts after disasters often exploit vulnerable immigrant workers for labor without proper protections.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Electric Vehicle Battery Plant Workers in Kentucky File for Election to Join UAW

Workers at BlueOval SK demand improved safety and conditions through UAW unionization amid organizing efforts in the South.
#mta
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago
Brooklyn

MTA trackworker suffers fatal medical episode while working on L train

An MTA transit worker died while on duty, underscoring safety concerns within the NYC subway system.
fromGothamist
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Subway track worker collapses, dies on the job in Brooklyn, union says

A subway track worker named Ricardo Louis collapsed and died on duty in Brooklyn, highlighting the dangers faced by transit workers.
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago
Brooklyn

MTA trackworker suffers fatal medical episode while working on L train

An MTA transit worker died while on duty, underscoring safety concerns within the NYC subway system.
fromGothamist
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Subway track worker collapses, dies on the job in Brooklyn, union says

A subway track worker named Ricardo Louis collapsed and died on duty in Brooklyn, highlighting the dangers faced by transit workers.
more#mta
New York City
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Waldorf-Astoria worker plummets to his death at long-under-construction luxury hotel: cops

A construction worker fell to his death from the Waldorf-Astoria New York hotel, raising safety concerns about the ongoing construction.
#amazon
US news
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago

Accusations that Amazon Mistreats Workers in India

Amazon's fulfillment centers in India are criticized for unsafe working conditions similar to complaints in the U.S.
fromTruthout
4 months ago
Left-wing politics

Amazon Workers Speak Out Amid Unprecedented Holiday Season Strike

Thousands of Amazon workers launched the largest strike in U.S. history, demanding safety, wages, and the right to collective bargaining.
fromArs Technica
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Amazon facing strike threats as Senate report details hidden widespread injuries

Amazon's warehouses face scrutiny for unsafe conditions amid potential strikes, raising concerns about worker safety over profit.
Senator Sanders' investigation highlights discrepancies in injury data and management's disregard for worker safety.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago

Accusations that Amazon Mistreats Workers in India

Amazon's fulfillment centers in India are criticized for unsafe working conditions similar to complaints in the U.S.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Amazon Workers Speak Out Amid Unprecedented Holiday Season Strike

Thousands of Amazon workers launched the largest strike in U.S. history, demanding safety, wages, and the right to collective bargaining.
fromArs Technica
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Amazon facing strike threats as Senate report details hidden widespread injuries

Amazon's warehouses face scrutiny for unsafe conditions amid potential strikes, raising concerns about worker safety over profit.
Senator Sanders' investigation highlights discrepancies in injury data and management's disregard for worker safety.
more#amazon
fromEntrepreneur
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Some Walmart Employees Are Wearing Body Cameras. Here's why. | Entrepreneur

Walmart's body camera pilot program aims to enhance worker safety amidst harassment, especially during stressful holiday shopping seasons.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Philbrick: Transit workers make your holiday trips possible - San Jose Spotlight

Transportation is essential during the holidays, impacting both travels and workers' well-being. Acknowledging and supporting transit workers is crucial.
fromwww.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
4 months ago
London

Elizabeth line worker died after assault while on shift at Ilford station

A rail worker was fatally assaulted at Ilford station, prompting outrage and calls for justice from the rail union.
fromPolygon
4 months ago
Video games

A year after being bought by a private equity firm, Acrylicos Vallejo's employees are on strike

Workers at Acrylicos Vallejo are striking for wage increases, safety improvements, and anti-harassment protocols amidst ongoing labor unrest globally.
#neom
fromFuturism
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

CEO in Charge of Saudi Arabia's 100-Mile Skyscraper Out After Allegations of Mass Employee Death

Nadhmi al-Nasr's departure from Neom highlights serious concerns about the project's management and its disturbing death toll claims.
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

A Neom executive reportedly complained about having a meeting on a Sunday evening after 3 workers died

Neom's executive comments highlight systemic discrimination amidst reports of human rights abuses and worker deaths, raising serious concerns about the project's ethical practices.
fromFortune
7 months ago
Tech industry

Exec behind $500 billion sustainable paradise Neom complained about worker deaths taking up his time

Neom's development raises critical concerns regarding worker safety, oversight, and potential discriminatory practices within its management.
Miscellaneous
fromFuturism
5 months ago

CEO in Charge of Saudi Arabia's 100-Mile Skyscraper Out After Allegations of Mass Employee Death

Nadhmi al-Nasr's departure from Neom highlights serious concerns about the project's management and its disturbing death toll claims.
Privacy professionals
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

A Neom executive reportedly complained about having a meeting on a Sunday evening after 3 workers died

Neom's executive comments highlight systemic discrimination amidst reports of human rights abuses and worker deaths, raising serious concerns about the project's ethical practices.
fromFortune
7 months ago
Tech industry

Exec behind $500 billion sustainable paradise Neom complained about worker deaths taking up his time

Neom's development raises critical concerns regarding worker safety, oversight, and potential discriminatory practices within its management.
more#neom
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

'It could have been more serious, even fatal': lead poisoning claim by Versailles restoration workers reaches court

The Château de Versailles restoration trial highlights significant legal issues regarding worker safety and lead exposure during historical renovations.
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 months ago
Canada news

Over half of workers compensation claims in Alberta construction are 1st-year workers | CBC News

Worker safety, particularly for first-year construction workers, is critical due to their vulnerability and high injury claims.
#osha-regulations
fromFast Company
5 months ago
Remote teams

A business case for protecting workers from extreme heat

Proposed OSHA regulations on extreme heat seek to protect workers and mitigate heat-related illnesses, driving productivity improvements.
fromsubscriber.politicopro.com
9 months ago
Business

Biden Enacted Landmark Heat Protections. Millions of Public Employees Are Still in Danger

President Biden proposes heat protection for workers, limited by 50-year-old loophole affecting public employees in 23 states.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
5 months ago

A business case for protecting workers from extreme heat

Proposed OSHA regulations on extreme heat seek to protect workers and mitigate heat-related illnesses, driving productivity improvements.
fromsubscriber.politicopro.com
9 months ago
Business

Biden Enacted Landmark Heat Protections. Millions of Public Employees Are Still in Danger

President Biden proposes heat protection for workers, limited by 50-year-old loophole affecting public employees in 23 states.
more#osha-regulations
Cooking
fromWIRED
5 months ago

Workers Say They Were Tricked and Threatened as Part of Elon Musk's Get-Out-the-Vote Effort

The article reveals troubling working conditions and safety concerns for door knockers employed by America PAC, reflecting systemic issues in political canvassing.
Miscellaneous
fromStreetsblog
6 months ago

Algorithms for Safety: Comptroller Seeks New Rules for Delivery Tech Companies

City Comptroller proposes regulating app-based food delivery like taxis to improve safety and worker conditions.
fromComputerWeekly.com
6 months ago
Business intelligence

Nokia sharpens edge for industrial communications | Computer Weekly

Nokia's MX Industrial Edge platform enhances enterprise safety and efficiency with new applications.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
6 months ago

Fire halts production at Indian iPhone factory

Fire at Tata Electronics facility halts production indefinitely, affecting iPhone component manufacturing and prompting further investigations into safety hazards.
fromFortune
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

A train worker's death could have been prevented with a simple $350 investment, colleague alleges

Implementing two-person crews in rail yards could significantly enhance safety and prevent accidents involving remote-controlled locomotives.
fromLos Angeles Times
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

California legislators say new laws must protect farmworkers from extreme heat

California lawmakers demand new laws to bolster outdoor heat protections due to failing enforcement by Cal/OSHA amid rising heat extremes.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
8 months ago
Business

Protecting workers in high-risk environments: The intersection of personal injury law and accident compensation - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Understanding high-risk work environments is essential to ensure worker safety and fair compensation in case of accidents.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago

With no federal standard for heat, states are making their own to protect workers

State-level heat protection regulations are crucial, as federal standards may take time to implement.
#regulations
fromBoston.com
11 months ago
US news

8 dead, at least 40 injured as farmworkers' bus overturns in central Florida

A bus carrying farmworkers crashed in Florida, killing eight and injuring around 40 others on their way to work at Cannon Farms.
fromLos Angeles Times
9 months ago
California

The toll of extreme heat rises in California as OSHA advances worker protections

Addressing extreme heat's threats and costs through regulations and adaptive strategies is crucial for safeguarding workers and mitigating climate change impacts.
fromBoston.com
11 months ago
US news

8 dead, at least 40 injured as farmworkers' bus overturns in central Florida

A bus carrying farmworkers crashed in Florida, killing eight and injuring around 40 others on their way to work at Cannon Farms.
fromLos Angeles Times
9 months ago
California

The toll of extreme heat rises in California as OSHA advances worker protections

Addressing extreme heat's threats and costs through regulations and adaptive strategies is crucial for safeguarding workers and mitigating climate change impacts.
more#regulations
fromeuronews
9 months ago
Remote teams

France cuts construction work hours due to heatwaves

France reduces construction workers' hours in heatwaves, sending them home with pay.
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