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...
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....
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 3.3 million people reported suffering on-the-job injuries in 2009. Nearly 300,000 of them were construction workers. That is a significant number, one that should not be overlooked. What are the most common...
Construction is a popular industry in New York. However, it is a field that can result in serious injuries when accidents occur. Those involved in construction accidents may consider filing workers' compensation claims. Multiple workers were recently injured in a...
There may be many different ways a construction worker could become injured on the job. Numerous construction accidents are the results of falling from significant heights. Two New York workers were recently hurt in such a manner. The two men were performing...
New York workers in occupations requiring physical labor risk potential injuries more often than those in other areas of work. Construction accidents in particular regularly lead to serious injuries and sometimes even fatalities. An employee in another state was...
