Occupational Safety & Health News

Older Workers at Greater Risk of Dying in Workplace Accidents

Older people are dying on the job at a higher rate than workers overall, even as the rate of workplace fatalities decreases, according to an Associated Press analysis of federal statistics. It’s a trend that’s particularly alarming as baby boomers …

Assessments Announced for California Workers’ Comp Funds

California regulators have issued assessment rates that employers will pay in 2013 for the Workers’ Compensation Administration Revolving Fund. The fund covers the Division of Workers’ Compensation budget, the Uninsured Employers Benefits Trust Fund, the Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund, …