New York Construction Deaths Are on the Rise
Construction jobs continue to be the most dangerous workplaces in New York in terms of injuries and fatalities. While overall numbers of workplace fatalities in the city are on the decline, the number of construction fatalities in New York has gone up over the last few years. This may, in part, be due to a reduction in the number of workplace inspections occurring in New York, increasing the chance of a dangerous situation going unnoticed. Since the number of OSHA workers has also decreased in recent years, it is entirely possible that these numbers will continue to rise.
Avoid Common Construction Site Accidents
Construction sites are arguably the most dangerous workplaces in New York City, offering numerous opportunities for getting hurt.
Crowbar Falls From East Side Construction Site, Hits Taxi
Construction sites are known as risky places.
There are numerous dangers for those on site—and they can also pose a danger to pedestrians and vehicles around them. These dangers can take many forms, not the least of which are “falling objects from scaffolding and rooftops,” as one New York taxicab found out.
Construction Site Dangers Caused by Common OSHA Violations
Construction sites are among the most dangerous workplaces in New York City, with high rates of serious injuries and fatalities. Many of the hazards that cause so many injuries and deaths are avoidable, so long as safety precautions and procedures are properly followed. OSHA standards offer instructions on how to avoid many of these injuries and illnesses that come from working at a construction site. Violations of these standards create dangerous environments where accidents are more likely to occur.
What Kinds of Construction Accidents Can Cause Paralysis?
Construction-related paralysis typically occurs due to severe damage to the spinal column within a person’s back. The spine contains bundles of nerves responsible for physical sensation and movement throughout much of the body, including arms, legs, and torso. If the spine is damaged so severely that nerves within it are severed or traumatically crushed, then paralysis can occur as a result of the injury. Certain types of construction accidents are more likely to cause this type of injury or paralysis than others, so special caution should be taken to avoid these situations.
Construction Crane Accidents in New York Are Rare, Right?
Sadly, crane accidents in New York have been much too common, and dozens of people have paid for them with their lives and in serious injuries. Construction cranes are an important tool for building and maintaining high-rises and other structures throughout New York. There are numerous regulations in place meant to keep New Yorkers safe and ensure these cranes are used properly, but that has not prevented accidents from happening. Worse yet, many regulations that should be in place have gone unimplemented.
What are Common Causes of Crushing Injuries at a Construction Site in New York?
Construction sites are generally regarded as the most dangerous work environment in New York. Large machines, jagged pieces of metal and glass, high elevations, and loud noises all create a workplace in which accidents become far too common. Among those accidents that can result in some of the most serious injuries and long-term disabilities are those in which crushing occurs.
What Should I Know About Power Lines to Avoid an Accident?
Power lines run throughout most urban and residential areas across New York. They are as common as fire hydrants or trash cans. Despite their familiar presence, however, they are among the most dangerous objects one can encounter at a construction site. There are a few simple things you should know before working around power lines, which can save your life.
Common Hazards that Cause Construction Accidents
Construction worksites in New York City are filled with machinery and environments that are inherently dangerous, especially if someone is careless. Even with caution, however, there are certain situations that are simply more likely to cause an accident that others. These hazards can be avoided or approached with greater care, which can greatly reduce the chance of New York City construction accidents.
Dangers of Scaffolding on New York Construction Sites
Every day that they report to a New York City construction site, construction workers put their lives at risk. The chance of suffering an injury is even more pronounced when construction workers are on a scaffold. Injuries can easily be caused if scaffolding is not properly erected, is in poor condition, or when scaffolding can’t hold the weight of a worker and their tools. Falls from scaffolding are the leading cause of injury and death at New York construction sites.
Common Causes of New York Scaffolding Accidents
Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro, Moses & Halperin, LLP has helped many injured New York construction workers secure a financial settlement after a scaffolding accident. We can help you get the compensation you need to cover medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Here are the most common causes of New York scaffolding accidents: