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You know you're in trouble when the headline reads: "Amazon Worse Than Walmart." Amazon is known for its worldwide distribution network of just about everything. But increasingly, it's also become known for its ruthless treatment of workers and some of the worst working conditions anywhere.

After nearly 2 1/2 years of CWA's efforts to have AT&T get rid of their behavior-based, safety discipline policies, the DOL filed suit against the company in 13 Ohio cases.

Beginning February 1 through April 30, 2014, employers must post a summary of the total number of work-related injuries and illnesses that occurred during 2013.

Highlighting the tragic story involving the on-the-job death of Ray Gonzalez, father-in-law of Randy Rodriguez (a Local 6222 steward and safety and health chair as well as one of our CWA safety and health grant trainers) the featured USA Today article emphasizes the need for a comprehensive chemical safety and security law.

CWA members employed as telecommunications technicians work with/in close proximity to asbestos-containing products. Asbestos exposure may lead to several serious and life-threatening diseases.