Injured On The Job? Here Are Some OSHA Rules Your Louisiana Employer May Have Broken.
OSHA Injury Reporting
Under OSHA, certain types of injuries must be reported, including: Any work-related fatality; Any work-related injury or illness that results in loss of consciousness, days away from work, restricted work, or transfer to another job; Any work-related injury or illness requiring medical treatment beyond first aid; Any work-related diagnosed case of cancer, chronic irreversible diseases, fractured or cracked bones or teeth, and punctured eardrums. There are also special recording criteria for work-related cases involving: needlesticks and sharps injuries; medical removal; hearing loss; and tuberculosis. In addition to the reporting requirement, there are numerous safety rules that must be followed. Below, you may find rule violations that may apply to your Louisiana employer.New Orleans Workers Compensation Lawyer Review
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