Protecting Injured Workers
And Their Families For The Short And Long Term
Scaffolding is an essential part of construction projects, but it can also cause serious accidents. Understanding these risks is crucial for workers and employers alike. Below are frequent scaffolding accidents and potential prevention strategies. Falls from a height...
When most people think about hazards at construction sites, the first thing that comes to mind is falling from great heights, inhaling dust particles or being struck by falling objects. Many people easily overlook electrocution because they hardly associate...
When people talk about construction site risks, elevation is often a primary safety concern. Someone who does their job several stories above the ground could very easily end up hurt if they fall. Those working at lower locations could also be at risk if someone above...
Ladders make many workplace tasks possible. They make others safer. For example, standing on a properly set up ladder to change a lightbulb is preferable to balancing on someone’s shoulders or on a stack of chairs. Yet, each year, many employees fall from ladders and...
The majority of people face some sort of risk during their daily working activities. However, due to the nature of their environment and the use of heavy machinery, construction workers face a heightened risk of injury. One common piece of equipment that is utilized...
Scaffolds are common and necessary on many construction sites, but they also present serious injury risks if you work in construction, window cleaning or film, among other industries. Because of their temporary nature, scaffolds often undergo regular erection and...
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can be catastrophic for victims and their families. In many cases, the victims are left with physical, mental and social needs that can't easily be fulfilled by their primary caregivers.For example, housing needs can be a serious...
If you work in construction, nobody has to tell you that your job is dangerous. You already know it and deal with the risks every day.However, some of the tools you may use are inherently more dangerous than others. According to experts, these are the most dangerous...
A new report from the Minnesota area's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) indicates that the construction industry is still incredibly dangerous to workers -- despite all the safety regulations that are supposed to be in force.The report indicates...
"Working construction" used to be a young person's occupation. After all, younger people are better suited to the labor-intensive work of construction than older workers whose bodies are starting to show the signs of a lifetime of wear and tear.Well, in recent years,...
