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According to the US Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, [garbage collection] continues to rank in the top 10 deadliest jobs in the USA. Throwing #HouseholdHazardousWaste (HHW) in the trash is one of the dangers associated with the job, posing a constant #WorkplaceSafety risk to this essential #Californian workforce. To reduce potential risks associated with HHW, it’s imperative to handle, transport & store it correctly. Improper disposal of HHW can include pouring it down the drain, onto the ground, into storm sewers, or throwing it out with your regular household garbage. Though the dangers of such disposal methods aren’t immediately obvious, improper disposal of HHW can pollute the environment & pose a threat to #HumanHealth. Improper disposal can also contaminate our septic tanks & wastewater treatment systems if poured down drains or toilets, and, in addition to risking physical injury of our sanitation workers, improperly stored HHW poses a risk to children & pets. 🙏Help us protect our fellow #Californians & the environment from #toxic harm by educating yourself & spreading the word. https://lnkd.in/eNBJ6pR4 #NationalSafetyMonth #WorkplaceSafety #ToxicTrash #HazardousWaste #CleanUpCalifornia

From choking incidents in care homes to cattle rampages on farms, 2023 saw a whole load of bizarre health & safety incidents make the headlines. 🚨 But it’s not just freak incidents that businesses have to worry about. Even hazards as small as faulty wiring or slippery floors can cost you thousands of pounds when accidents happen. 💰 So, what are the risks of health & safety breaches, and how can you prevent yourself from landing in legal hot water? Read our latest blog post to find out 📖: https://ow.ly/mwyR50SkzfZ #Healthandsafety #HR

More than half of all farm deaths in NI involve farmers aged 65 and over. Know your limitations and get help with trickier jobs. For more advice on farm safety, visit https://lnkd.in/ebecTe6e

Piggy backing on that last article.. Being discussed is California's potential move towards implementing a workers' compensation heat illness presumption for agricultural workers. 🧑🏻🌾👩🏽🌾👨🏿🌾🌾 Ensuring the safety and well-being of our workforce is paramount, especially in industries where outdoor conditions can pose significant risks. It's great to see proactive measures being considered to protect those who contribute so much to our agricultural sector. Let's continue advocating for policies that prioritize the health and safety of all workers. #WorkerSafety #Agriculture #CaliforniaLegislation https://lnkd.in/gXz6nd4c

The #RioGrandeValley of #Texas is facing a #water crisis resulting in a water supply insufficient to grow #crops. This situation could have direct implications on US food security. Texas #farmers and #ranchers are asking #Mexico to honor #obligations under a decades-old #treaty to provide water to the United States. Texas #lawmakers are urging the State Department to negotiate #Mexico’s release of water. https://lnkd.in/ewtwHEvn

More than half of all farm deaths in NI involve farmers aged 65 and over. Know your limitations and get help with trickier jobs. For more advice on farm safety, visit https://lnkd.in/ebecTe6e

Pesticides are a combination of different chemicals. They may contain chemicals that are dangerous for living things. Many people in the USA love pets, so, their main concern during pesticide application is the safety of their pets. Is pest control safe for pets? Well, no, pet lovers must be vigilant during pest control activities. They may get infected if exposed to the hazardous substance. Continue reading this piece. https://lnkd.in/dAPiFknH You can also visit our website https://lnkd.in/d8RgKSG3 #pestcontrol #exterminator #pestmanagement #service #bugcontrol #InsectControl #homepestcontro

While California has rules to protect farmworkers from excessive heat, inspections and citations are significantly down. A bill before the Legislature would make it easier to file workers’ compensation claims for heat illnesses. The backstory: As California confronts the dangers of extreme heat, labor advocates say some workers are underprotected despite the state’s nearly two-decade-old outdoor workplace heat rules. Enforcement is slow, the Division of Occupational Safety and Health is understaffed and hesitance to report poor conditions is widespread among low-wage workers. After a sharp decrease in inspections during the COVID-19 pandemic, Cal/OSHA reports show the agency hasn’t returned to its pre-pandemic heat enforcement levels. Read on... to learn more about the impacts of heat on California's farmers: https://ow.ly/NC0z50STfo5 ✍️ Jeanne Kuang | CalMatters 📸 Laure Andrillon/CalMatters

🚜 Safety fact for Our Agricultural Community! 🚨 Did you know that nearly one-third (29%) of all injuries in agricultural production requiring days off from work between 2021-2022 were due to falls? 🪜Falls can happen in an instant but have long-lasting impacts. Whether it's working at heights, uneven terrain, or slippery surfaces, staying aware and taking precautions can make all the difference. 👩🌾👨🌾 Remember: Stay safe, stay steady, and always watch your step! 🌾 #FarmSafety #SafetyFirst #StayAware #AgricultureSafety

Borno State Government Warning Against Harmful Practices and Breach of Security In the aftermath of the recent flood disaster and associated health and safety risks, the Borno State Government calls on members of the public to take their personal health and hygiene, and public security seriously. Consequently, members of the public should: 1. Desist from buying, selling, processing or consuming contaminated grains or other food items that were salvaged from flooded stores. Any food that was mixed with the flood water constitutes a serious health risk. 2. Desist from butchering, distributing, processing, selling, bullying or consuming dead animals. Dead animals are poisonous. 2. Desist from pilfering, vandalising, tampering with public or private property. 3. Not to consume, swim or bath in dirty or stagnant water. Even when boiled, dirty water contains dangerous chemicals and pathogens that are dangerous to health Anyone who violates this warning shall face the wrath of the law. This message is from the Borno State Ministry of Information and Internal Security.