Action Steps for Injured Workers If you are injured or become sick because of your work, you have a right to medical treatment and, in some cases, wage replacement benefits under workers compensation. Workers’ Compensation is a type of insurance that all Massachusetts employers are required to have for their…
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In 1970, Congress passed the federal Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) creating comprehensive worker protection standards; all private sector employees were covered. In MA, Public Sector employees (outside the Executive Branch) were provided some protection by MGL 149 Section 6 which predated OSHA, so the State did not adopt OSHA…
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Sample Health & Safety Checklist/Survey Below is the Sample Health & Safety Checklist/Survey. Use this survey as a tool to identify and describe hazards in specific departments of your office or workplace. Download the Health Survey PDF…
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If you are concerned about hazards in your workplace, the following are some steps you can take to protect your health and safety. Each step has links to fact sheets that will assist you. If you belong to a union, be sure to speak with your steward about safety and…
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