MassCOSH Mourns Manuel Chuqui and Calls for a Thorough Investigation
MassCOSH extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and coworkers of Manuel Chuqui, who died Thursday after a fall from scaffolding while performing exterior work in Jamaica Plain. NBC10 Boston reported that Manuel’s family identified him, that fire officials said the cause of the fall is under investigation, and that OSHA has been notified.
A literal life or death challenge’: Boston weighs mandating air conditioning for renters
Extreme heat is a growing public health risk for Massachusetts residents and workers. MassCOSH urges statewide heat protections, building on Boston’s new worker heat-safety ordinance, to ensure safe homes and workplaces as extreme heat becomes more common.
