For the men and women who work at a construction site, each workday represents the possibility of an injury. Construction work is often hazardous, and workers frequently face an increased chance of experiencing an injury from an accident or other type of incident. It...
Construction Accidents
Preventable hazards threatening safety of construction workers
Ohio workers know construction sites can be risky places to work. From heavy equipment to working from heights, there are various risks associated with working in this particular industry. While this can be a hazardous occupation, the men and women who work on these...
Welders have the right to recovery after a work-related accident
As a welder, you understand this profession comes with certain risks. You may have a job that exposes you to a higher risk of injury than other professions, but you still have the right to a reasonably safe work environment. If you suffered an injury while working as...
Keeping workers safe now that road construction season is here
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) recently announced that construction season -- otherwise known as Ohio's "fifth season" -- is officially underway. In total, ODOT will be spending $2.3 billion on nearly 1,100 individual projects that will pave 6,945 miles...
Top 10 OSHA violations. Are you at risk?
Are you safe at work? While most people never expect to be injured while working, the unfortunate reality and that every year countless employees experience severe injuries - some of which are fatal. In fact, according to the most recent information made available by...
Why is heat dangerous in a work environment?
The summer can be devastatingly hot, making work more difficult for those exposed to high temperatures. Without proper breaks and shade, heat can be dangerous or deadly to workers. This is why the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has created the criteria for...
1 killed, 1 injured in demolition; Safety violations recorded
When you're a construction worker, your safety is of the utmost importance. You provide a necessary service to the public, and there's no reason that you should have to suffer injuries due to safety violations or other concerns.When a company doesn't take safety...
What are some construction zone fatality statistics?
As a construction worker or the family member of a construction worker, it's important that you understand the risks of your job or the risks faced by your loved ones. Construction accidents can take place anywhere, whether your loved one works on the roads or not....
1 dead when tow strap broke during construction job
Construction accidents are avoidable in most cases, but many people suffer the consequences when their equipment is defective or they make errors on the job. Whether it's from failing to check equipment before it's used or overestimating how much a tow bar can really...
Workplace deaths and injuries increasing, report indicates
As a construction worker, the last thing you want to hear is that the number of accidents taking place is on the rise. You do your best to stay safe; you wear safety equipment as required and try to do your job within the guidelines you're given. Not all workplaces...
