Construction Accidents

Construction Accidents Building in America Working at a construction site is one of the most dangerous jobs in America. Construction accidents injure or kill thousands of workers every year. A- 500,000 construction accidents occur annually. Construction workers account for 1 in 5 workplace fatalities. Causes Accidents occur when construction companies are negligent in enforcing safety programs or requirements. Safety Precautions Contractors are responsible for providing safety provisions. They are obligated to: • Warn of possible hazards; Hire employees who will use caution while working; Coordinate job safety, and • Check that all safety specifications are followed. Manufacturers of construction equipment are responsible for designing and maintaining safe products. Dangerous equipment used on construction sites: Scaffolding • Power tools Hoists Derricks Cranes Conveyors Woodworking tools Ladders • Winches Trucks Graters Scrapers • Tractors Bulldozers • Forklifts • Back hoes Heavy equipment Boilers Pressure vessels Gas detectors O00000 The possibility of injury or death increases greatly if proper safety measures are not employed in the production and use of construction equipment. Construction is the key to America's continued growth and prosperity. Let's do what we can to ensure safety in this fundamental occupation. THE ROTHENBERG LAW FIRM LLP A PROUD HISTORY OF SUCCESS 8 800-624-8888 Injury Lawyer.com XXXXXX XXXXX XXXXXXXX'XXXXXX