Keeping New York’s Construction Sites Safe and Accident-Free

Construction sites are rife with serious hazards. Fall injuries are among the most common types of injuries at construction sites. Falls from floor and wall openings, for example, can result in serious, debilitating injuries and even death. But the truth is that these tragedies are entirely avoidable. To prevent injuries and fatalities at a construction site, it is important that construction companies or general contractors be extremely vigilant. There are several steps companies can take to keep their construction sites safe.
First, a little advanced planning always helps. Before beginning work at a construction site, it is helpful to assess the unique hazards that may be present at a site. Some sites, for example, may have power lines, hazardous materials or specific fall hazards. These must be mitigated before workers can begin the job at the site.
All tools and equipment must be inspected before work begins. Equipment should be in good working order. Employers must make sure that they only use trained, qualified workers for the job. There is always the temptation at crunch time to use whoever is readily available in order to get the work done and meet deadlines. But, cutting corners can prove costly for employers. Inexperience and lack of training can hurt not only the untrained worker, but pose a serious risk to other workers on the site.
Construction sites are dynamic and constantly changing. Regular inspections and constant supervisions will go a long way in preventing a serious accident. All workers at a site, regardless of whether they are working for contractors or sub-contractors, must be briefed on any safety issues before they begin work.
It may take just a bit of additional time and extra effort to make sure these measures are in place before beginning a construction job. But, the fact remains that this is time well-spent. Taking these necessary steps saves lives. It prevents workers from suffering potentially catastrophic injuries, which can keep them from being able to work again and also leave their families in a state of emotional and financial despair.
Workers who are injured as a result of negligence or wrongdoing would be well-advised to contact an experienced construction accident attorney, who will better explain their legal rights and options. The reputable New York personal injury lawyers with the Law Offices of Kenneth A. Wilhelm understand the complexities of workers compensation law and know what it takes to obtain fair compensation for those injured on the job.
Call us at 1-800-WORK-4-YOU (1-800-967-5496) today to obtain information about pursuing your legal rights. We can also help you with personal injury cases in New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, or Florida. If you have been seriously injured in any of the 50 U.S. states, please call us and we will try to help you with your case.
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