Provide proper training so workers lift items without risking injury. Also, never ask employees to lift anything that is too heavy, and ensure appropriate footwear is worn to avoid slips while lifting ...
Legislation now on Gov. JB Pritzker’s desk aims at providing protections for workers at large warehouses such as those run by Amazon by requiring employers to be more transparent about productivity ...
New York warehouse workers at risk for musculoskeletal injuries and disorders could get increased protections through the Warehouse Worker Injury Reduction Act, which was passed by both the Senate ...
In December, Amazon reached a $145,000 settlement with the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration over accusations that conditions at an Illinois warehouse left workers exposed to ...
Increased protections are coming for New York warehouse workers as the Warehouse Worker Injury Reduction Act was signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul last month, according to ALIGN NY. The bill, which ...
Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed the Warehouse Worker Injury Reduction Act, introducing stronger safety measures for warehouse employees starting June 1, 2025. The law mandates annual ergonomic ...