CaseBarnettLaw.com Breaking Down the Data 949-565-4886 SAFETY REGULATIONS SAVE LIVES EVERY DAY Did you know June is National Safety Month? It's the perfect time to dig into why everyday safety regulations aren't just bureaucratic tape, they're lifesavers. Do you know how sometimes you find yourself tripping over that one step on the stairs all the time? Or have you heard stories about someone toppling over a railing? It turns out, there’s a whole lot of science behind these mishaps. There are actual laws and regulations dictating the height of stairs, the angle of ramps, and even the height of railings. These aren't random numbers pulled out of a hat; they're based on detailed safety studies and the basic physics of human movement, like how people are more likely to trip or fall if these elements aren't built to certain specifications. Often, when an accident happens, it’s not because of clumsiness or bad luck. It’s because something wasn’t up to code. And "code" isn’t just an annoying rule your local government cooked up to make life harder; it’s there to prevent these accidents. From the speed limits on roads to the construction standards of buildings, these regulations are grounded in hard data aimed at keeping us safe. Organizations such as CalOSHA are data-driven and set standards that might seem over the top, but in reality, they save lives. If you look back 100 years in America or even at current standards in less regulated countries, you’ll see a big difference in workplace injuries and fatalities. Safety regulations have come a long way in protecting worker welfare and public safety. But there’s a troubling trend of rolling back these protections. Some argue that it cuts costs for businesses, which in theory might save consumers money. However, when accidents happen because safety standards are ignored, the costs skyrocket — not just in dollars but in human health and lives. This rollback of safety measures often is perceived as the government being too intrusive. But remember, at the end of the day, what’s costlier and more restrictive: adhering to safety codes or dealing with the aftermath of preventable accidents?
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Simple Summer Garden Pasta Inspired by TheKitchn.com
Ingredients
• 4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved • 4 cloves garlic, minced • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil • 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, to taste) • 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper • 1 lb angel hair pasta • 1 cup fresh basil
• 2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese • Cooked, chopped chicken for serving (optional)
Directions
1. In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper and toss until well coated. 2. Cover and let the mixture sit at room temperature while the pasta cooks. 3. Add pasta to a pot of boiling water and cook per package directions until al dente. 4. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/4 cup of the pasta water to add to the tomato mixture. 5. Coarsely chop the basil leaves. 6. Add the pasta, Parmesan cheese, and chopped basil to the tomato mixture and toss again until combined. 7. Serving suggestion: Add cooked, chopped chicken for more protein!
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