If you are a construction worker, you likely already realize that you perform dangerous tasks while on the job. But you might be unaware that 65% of all fatal accidents on construction sites are related to falls.
Falls from height are the most deadly and happen when workers high above the ground slip from scaffolding, ladders or rooftops. There are some tips below from The Center for Construction Research and Training to help workers avoid these deadly hazards.
How to avoid construction injuries
Workers can go a long way to enhance their safety by practicing the following:
- Remember to use all fall prevention equipment when working at height
- Assure that scaffolding and ladders are secured and stabilized
- Prevent tripping hazards by keeping the work areas free of debris and construction materials
- Use signage around open holes, unsafe ledges and dangerous zones
- Conduct or attend scheduled safety briefings
Adhering to these tips can prevent on-the-job injuries and fatalities.
When disaster strikes
Sometimes, all the safety precautions in the world can’t stop catastrophic accidents from occurring on construction sites in and around Louisville. After a serious accident occurs and leaves you with injuries and other damages (or claims the life of your loved one), it’s understandable to not know where to turn to seek relief.
Assemble a strong legal team
What you need now is a legal advocate who is familiar with both the plaintiffs’ and defendants’ rights and responsibilities after a serious accident lays you low. By filing a claim for damages can be the first step in recovering some of your losses in the accident.