Alaska has remained one of the most dangerous states to work in for years.
Alaska AFL-CIO president Joelle Hall at a rally showing support for Hilton Anchorage workers on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022.
Some say it’s the nature of our economy or the harsh surroundings of our state. From the fisherman who brave harsh open sea conditions to the laborer installing guard rails on the side of a busy highway, Alaska workers go above and beyond to accomplish their work, even if it jeopardizes their safety. Should we accept this as normal? While the fortitude and grit of our workforce are renowned, we must rebuff complacency and do more to protect working people on the job.
More than 50 years ago, Congress passed the Occupational Safety and Health Act, promising every worker the right to a safe job. Working people have fought hard to make that promise a reality — winning protections that have made jobs safer and saved thousands of lives.
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