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Many workers in South Carolina fall ill after they are exposed to toxic substances on the job. According to government statistics, around 50,000 workers in the United States die each year because of work-related illnesses. In comparison, gun violence kills about...
South Carolina drivers may want to be on the lookout for self-driving cars on the roads, as recent statistics have reported higher rates of accidents for them than for human drivers. Reportedly, all of the problems that have come to light so far have been minor....
Serious lung diseases can affect South Carolina workers who are exposed to excessive levels of silica dust. However, it has been more than 40 years since safety standards related to this hazard have been increased. Changes are set to be implemented by the U.S....
Drivers in South Carolina might be pleased to hear that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is putting a new regulation into place that requires commercial truckers and bus drivers to record their driving hours electronically. The aim of this rule is to...
While state transportation laws vary, truckers and other commercial vehicle drivers who operate on the open road need to satisfy specific federal requirements when it comes to safety components like brakes. In addition to functional service brakes and parking brakes,...
People in South Carolina who work in plants that manufacture flavorings or microwave popcorn should be aware of symptoms of a lung disease known as obliterative bronchiolitis. It is caused by constriction and scarring in lung airways that restricts breathing. Symptoms...
South Carolina workers should be wary of electrical hazards in the workplace. This is a concern for office workers as well as employees in other types of environments. However, a few safety rules can reduce risks. Appliances that are giving off a strange smell should...
One of the leading causes of workplace death in construction is falls, and South Carolina employees need to be aware of safety standards related to working in elevated settings. Nationally, fall-related deaths have increased every year since 2011. In fact, the Bureau...
A South Carolina employer might use a temporary employment agency to fill a position during an employee's extended leave. An employer might also work with a temp agency to accomplish a major project. Staffing agencies can provide sensible solutions in various...
One of the most dangerous things people in South Carolina do is simply getting into their cars. The chance of being killed in a car accident is 300 times that of being killed in a commercial plane crash, according to statistics. According to the National Highway...