company i work for is making me do extra work outside of my job description that risks my health..what should i do?

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company i work for is making me do extra work outside of my job description that risks my health..what should i do?

making me handle used tissues, ashtrays, used glasses/cups without gloves on. my job is cash handling and i do not have a state health card. i’ve already gotten sick and they are demanding and adding more work to our job description.

Asked on May 16, 2009 under Employment Labor Law, Nevada

Answers:

M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 14 years ago | Contributor

You need to report this to the Nevada OSHA office.  I've provided a link for you: http://www.4safenv.state.nv.us/poster.pdf


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