{"id":437,"date":"2021-09-13T19:03:53","date_gmt":"2021-09-13T19:03:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jdsilvalaw.com\/?p=437"},"modified":"2022-10-27T20:01:49","modified_gmt":"2022-10-27T20:01:49","slug":"top-10-construction-site-injuries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jdsilvalaw.com\/blog\/workplace-accidents\/top-10-construction-site-injuries\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Construction Site Injuries"},"content":{"rendered":"
The construction industry remains busy and continues to be bustling in Texas even during the pandemic. While those working in construction work hard and are grateful for their opportunities, job sites can be riddled with risk, and often employers and site managers do not live up to their safety obligations under state and federal laws. Even though construction sites are dangerous and the work is physically intense, the law protects construction workers from being put in danger by those who benefit financially from their labor.<\/p>\n
Our state\u2019s hard-working laborers deserve a safe workplace \u2013 and the law requires it. While there are many risks construction workers face on job sites, many will lead to very serious injuries and some even to death. If you or someone you know has been injured on the job, the victim may have suffered one of the top 10 construction site injuries as listed below.<\/p>\n
Most Common Construction Site Injuries<\/h2>\n
Construction sites are unstable and that instability causes catastrophic personal injuries. These workplace injuries are caused by falls, falling materials, electrocutions, explosions, faulty machinery, and more. The most common construction site injuries include:<\/p>\n
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Burns:<\/strong> Construction sites contain a variety of hazards, many of which involve flammable chemicals that can cause explosions. Construction site burn injuries can be caused by a variety of occupational hazards, including electrocution, heat from a fire, steam, hot liquids or objects, and more.<\/li>\n
Electrocution:<\/strong> Electrocution injuries can include nerve damage, muscular problems, cardiac arrest, or electrical burns. Employers should provide equipment and work environments with proper insulation, guarding, and other protective measures. When construction companies fail to ensure their workers are protected from electrocution, the consequences can be life-changing and even deadly.<\/li>\n