Common Construction Work Injuries

construction work injuries

Construction is a high-risk industry that presents many dangers on a daily basis. Heavy machinery, electrical work, use of various chemicals, and more are all common aspects of construction, but they can pose serious harm to workers when an accident occurs. When these accidents are the result of negligence on…

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5 Types of Crane Accidents

types of crane accidents

Boom failure or boom collapse: When the boom is overextended, it can fail under heavier loads. Increasing pressure on a crane’s hydraulic, mechanical, and structural components with extreme weight at full extension may cause the boom to collapse. Crane collapse: Most crane collapses involve the failure of smaller equipment, such…

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The Construction Industry’s Unsafe Work Practices

Unsafe Work Practices

Construction worksites are inherently dangerous and require constant awareness. There are numerous safety hazards lurking around every corner. Construction site safety is crucial to keeping workers safe while handling dangerous equipment and working in unsafe conditions. If construction companies are practicing dangerous habits while on the jobsite, serious and even fatal workplace accidents will happen.

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Trench Collapse Causes the Death of Construction Worker

Trench Collapse

The construction industry is full of many life-threatening hazards. Falls, tripping over equipment, electrocutions, and being hit by an object at the jobsite are just a few of the workplace accidents that can injure construction workers. Though accidents can and do occur, when they happen within the construction industry they can quickly become life-threatening. Recently, a trench collapse at a jobsite caused the death of a Texas construction worker.

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