Construction workers face many hazards on a daily basis. It is up to the construction companies to ensure that these workers are safe as they handle their job duties. The Occupational and Safety Health Administration has found that there are four types of accidents...
In 2018, slightly more than 1,000 construction workers were killed nationwide. Of that number, 338 -- or 33.5% -- were caused by falls, with struck by object (11.1%) the next most common occurrence, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration...
Falls are among the “fatal four” -- the main four causes of construction accidents. Nowhere is that more apparent than when you’re working on a scaffold. While there’s no possible way here to cover all of the safety tips regarding scaffolds, there are a few things you...
Construction accidents are inevitable in an evolving metropolis like New York City, which is home to 8.3 million residents and over 1 million buildings. There is inherent risk working high above the ground on roofs, ladders and scaffolding. Injuries are a constant...
Why are so many construction workers in New York City (NYC) getting hurt and killed? Construction work has always been a hazardous occupation, but the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) says that construction workers in the city are now more likely to be killed in a...
Forklifts are one of the most commonly used pieces of industrial equipment, with important roles in both warehouses and construction. While they’re just about everywhere, you can’t ever forget that they’re powerful -- and dangerous -- pieces of machinery. ere are some...
If you work as an equipment operator on a construction site in Brooklyn, you probably already know how dangerous your job is. From malfunctioning equipment to uncleared work areas and tight deadlines, it can be easy for things to go wrong on a job site. Due to the...
As a construction worker, you are probably quite familiar with the dangers that you face at every work site. Working with scaffolding increases the risk of a fall. You have to worry about cave-ins when excavating or falling objects when your co-workers are doing work...
In New York City, construction accidents are running at a high mark due to numerous factors. A drop in OSHA inspections, increased safety violations and the soaring volume of construction work in the city are all contributing factors, along with several others....
If you recently suffered a blow to the head on your construction job, it is critical to seek professional medical attention as soon as you can. Any time that a construction worker suffers a blow to the head, his or her employer may hold liability for the medical costs...
