Construction accidents are some of the most complicated cases when it comes to workers’ compensation.
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
Machines are used in industries so that the work can be done in a more efficient, easy and quick manner. They are the backbone of the manufacturing, construction and transportation industries. While machines are certainly a blessing to such industries, if they malfunction or are not used correctly they may become a curse. OSHA states … Read more
OSHA has determined that working in permit-required confined spaces involves significant risks for employees. When a person works in a confined space, the risk of accident doubles. It is important to be aware of the extra hazards posed by working in confined spaces, and the responsibilities of the employer when it comes to ensuring safety. … Read more
There are safety apps that can be used to make the construction industry safer for its workers. The invention of the smartphone has put technology into everyone’s hands. Information and connectivity to the internet makes the world a smaller place. While we have seen negatives of such limitless information, there are positives that outweigh the … Read more