Construction site workers are no stranger to accidents. Because the nature of the work is quite hazardous, one must always take precaution to avoid becoming victims of an unfortunate event. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is a government agency that aims to ensure everyone’s safety in the construction site by enforcing regulations for construction companies to comply.
However, accidents still happen in these areas. This is because of some factors such as not adhering to safety regulations and not being careful at work. Here are some of the dangers of working in a construction site:
1.Falling Objects
Tools and equipment could fall from above, and this could cause injury to anyone even if they are wearing a hard hat. Though not always the culprit, this could be caused by falls from a crane, poor equipment, low-quality materials, or someone’s negligence.
2.Electrocution
Power lines in construction sites have high voltage. Being electrocuted because of faulty power tools and exposed overheads and wires could oftentimes lead to death.
3.Trenches and Excavations
When excavated matters like soil are mounted too closely or too high, this could result to cave-ins. When this happens, workers who are buried underneath could die from drowning and asphyxiation.
4.Chemicals
A construction site may contain harmful chemicals which when inhaled in excess for longer periods of time could result to illnesses. Moreover, there is also the risk of explosions and fire.
5.Heavy Equipment
Machineries that malfunction or are not used properly can cause injuries. Cranes and forklifts could topple anyone, and this may also be fatal
Aside from those mentioned above, you could also be injured because of carrying heavy materials and equipment. Injuries are usually muscle strains, back pains, and broken bones. You could also suffer from cuts and burns. These are just mild injuries; others are more serious which include poisoning, amputations, and even death.
Depending on the injury, one might have to miss work for a few days, a few weeks, a few months, or even longer. Others are not so lucky and they may have to stop working indefinitely.
If you have become a victim of a construction accident, you need to file a personal injury claim. You can do this with higher chances of success if you avail the services of a personal injury lawyer who will help you get the full compensation you deserve.
