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Safety Concerns Rise for LA Cleanup Workers Amid Fire Recovery
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Episode 297
As Los Angeles recovers from a devastating fire, concerns grow for the safety of cleanup workers, many of whom may lack proper training. The State Division of Occupational Safety and Health warns of dangers like toxic gases and unstable structures. Regulators emphasize the need for stronger protections, noting that past cleanup efforts have often left workers with little to no safety measures.
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