Construction accidents are some of the most complicated cases when it comes to workers’ compensation.
OSHA was initiated to decrease workplace accidents and to have more regulated worksite areas to protect workers. The Occupational Safety and Health Act went into effect over 40 years ago in 1970. Developed by the Department of Labor, it was initiated to decrease workplace accidents and to have more regulated worksite areas to protect workers … Read more
Cave-ins are one of the most serious dangers confronted by the trench workers. All types of construction jobs involve some amount of risk. Among them, trenching and excavation work are considered to be more risky than the others. In this article, we will discuss the various dangers associated with trenching and excavation work. Statistics In … Read more
If you work in the manufacturing or construction industry, you no doubt understand that occupational hazards can cause serious injuries and even death. While proper maintenance of equipment, compliance with safety rules and proper vigilance can reduce the risk of sustaining catastrophic injuries or death, construction projects are inherently dangerous. While there are numerous hazards … Read more
Construction projects are hazardous and pose serious injury risk to construction workers, visitors and even passing pedestrians and drivers. There are a variety of dangers lurking in a typical construction site. Of them, explosions pose a particularly serious threat. Explosions on construction sites can cause catastrophic injuries and even fatalities. There are extensive federal and … Read more
Workers in the fracking industry are often exposed to dangerous chemicals such as benzene and silica. The oil and gas industry helps economy in various ways. The industry also offers jobs to a very large number of workers. More and more people are gaining employment in the field. However, the jobs in the fracking industry … Read more
Every day road crew workers are in close proximity to moving vehicles. This puts them at a high risk of getting severely injured. An extensive network of roads and highways connect towns and cities. Road crews and highway workers are responsible for their maintenance. Every day they work on the roads in close proximity to … Read more