what’s the most dangerous part of construction work?
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What’s the Most Dangerous Part of
Construction Work?
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It’s well understand that construction sites are dangerous places. Take a look at any large
construction project and you will see a hectic scene.
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People are performing risky tasks in a changing environment, but which one of these dangers
harms the most workers?
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The answer is “falls” for both construction injuries and deaths. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration reported that in 2013, more than one third of construction deaths were from falls.
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Workers are often perched up high on ladders and scaffolding with little, if any, safety gear.
Something could strike the base of that unsteady structure and make it move.
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The next most common danger is when workers are struck by objects.
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“Lot of large machinery move around a construc-tion site, including backhoes, forklifts, bulldozers,
front end loaders and cranes. All of these machines can do more damage than a car.
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Massachusetts law gives hurt workers a trade-off: The workers compensation system is generous, but they can’t sue their employer or coworkers.
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There are exceptions where hurt workers can file lawsuits, such as lawsuits against subcontractors or the makers of faulty equipment. See this post
for a more detailed explanation.
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