An investigation of a recent tragedy has been underway at a construction site in California. As it does with many construction workers' accidents, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration has conducted its own investigation. After their findings, they have...
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Construction Workers’ Accidents
Construction workers’ accidents: Injuries on rail line project
Large and new construction projects require a significant amount of skilled workers. Some projects, such as the new High-Speed Rail in California, often require unusual and large-scale work. Despite best efforts to prevent them, construction workers' accidents are...
Construction workers’ accidents: 2 injured, 1 dead
There is no denying the risk that may be present on a construction site in California. The large equipment, heavy supplies, large vehicles and an unstable environment can result in harm to anyone on a work site. Despite multiple preventive safety measures instituted...
Serious injuries result from construction workers’ accidents
New developments and building refurbishments seem to be booming in California and all across the country. With the increase of work, high demand and tight deadlines, accidents are bound to occur. Unfortunately, when accidents occur on a job site, they can be tragic...
Construction workers’ accidents: Companies fined for man’s death
Considering the required safety gear, inspections and training that is required to operate a construction site, it is well-known that they can be dangerous for workers. Sadly, when construction workers' accidents occur in California and across the country, they can...
Construction workers’ accidents: Man killed by faulty scaffolding
Some jobs entail more risk to employees than others. Even though there are risks involved in most jobs, employers bear the responsibility to provide safe working environments for their employees. Multiple agencies and policies in California exist to ensure companies...
Construction workers’ accidents continue on Facebook campus
Over the years, many safety practices have been mandated for construction sites to ensure protection of workers. Workers may be required to wear hard hats, reflective clothing and harnesses on the job, among other policies. Despite efforts to maintain a safe...
Construction workers’ accidents can change a person’s life
The California division of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration works to limit and regulate injuries for employees across the state. Unfortunately, despite regulations, construction workers' accidents still occur on a regular basis, resulting in injuries...
Construction workers’ accidents: one injured, another killed
Construction areas in California can be extremely dangerous to any person on site. Many factors can contribute to construction workers' accidents, including faulty equipment, miscalculation by engineers, insufficient safety training, or policies and other factors. For...
Injuries from construction workers’ accidents can be expensive
Safety regulations and standards are ignored or disregarded on California job sites every day. When a workers' safety is at risk, it can result in debilitating and fatal injuries. Construction workers' accidents can result in numerous expensive medical bills and...