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Scaffolding Accidents

Scaffolding Accidents Most construction is done high above the ground. Almost 65% of all construction workers perform tasks on scaffolds. 65% -2.3 million people Insecure scaffolding risks the safety of: • Construction workers; Window washers; Tradesmen; and Pedestrians. Scaffolding Dangers One out of every five construction accidents involve scaffolding. OSHA created standards to regulate the use of: Base plates and mud sills; • Scaffold ties; • Side brackets; Guard railing; Тoeboards; Work platform decking; and Fastening pins. Most scaffoldings accidents can be avoided with proper care by assuring that all of the OSHA standards are followed. Safety The most common causes of scaffolding accidents are: Defective equipment; Improper construction; • Lack of safety features; and Negligence in failing to provide proper supervision and/or maintenance. R THE ROTHENBERG LAW FIRM LLP A PROUD HISTORY OF SUCCESS 8 800-624-8888 Injury Lawyer.com

Scaffolding Accidents

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Scaffolding Dangers One out of every five of construction accidents involve scaffolding. OSHA has created standards to regulate the use of: Base plates and mud sills Scaffold ties Side brackets ... Guard railing Toeboards Work platform decking Fastening pins Most scaffoldings accidents could have been completely avoided with proper care in assuring that all of the OSHA standards are followed. The most common causes of scaffolding accidents are; Defective equipment Improper construction Lack of safety features Negligence in failing to provide proper supervision and/or maintenance Construction is the key to America’s continued growth and prosperity. Let’s do what we can to ensure everybody’s safety in this fundamental occupation.

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