Yearly Archives: 2012
Jackhammer Accident Highlights Dangers of Construction Tools
Tools are a common part of our lives, and it is often difficult to remember that they pose hazards. Construction tools are particularly dangerous, and workers must take steps to identify and avoid construction tool-related hazards.
Port Authority Cracking Down on WTC Drinking
The Port Authority has said enough’s enough and they are now working to stop workday drinking by construction workers at the World Trade Center.
State Workplace Safety Agencies Lacking Oversight?
The federal government’s agency which oversees workplace safety is known as OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration). But, each state can choose to oversee its own workers’ safety, with OSHA helping to foot the bill and promising oversight. However, a recent report from the Center for Public Integrity questions whether OSHA is able to keep tabs on the state-run agencies.
Workers with Disabilities at Greater Risk for Work Accidents
A new report from the Center for Injury Research and Policy finds that workers with disabilities are at a much greater risk for workplace injuries than those without disabilities.
Crane Mechanic Escapes Jail Time for Role in Construction Fatalities
Rarely are contractors and job site officials held criminally responsible for construction accidents in New York and New Jersey. While fatalities increase the chances of criminal charges, most cases are resolved in civil court.
Safety Lessons from Accident-Free Olympic Construction
The Olympics in London produced not only cheers for medal winners but also applause for the safety record of the agency and contractors in charge of building the Olympics facilities. The Institution of Occupational Safety...
Forklift Accidents and Injury Prevention
Forklifts are common on construction sites – and a frequent source of accidents. According to the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), thousands are injured each year while using forklifts. Every year, about 100...
New York Contractor Injured In Roof Fall
On Monday, a contractor was transported via helicopter to a local hospital for medical treatment after sustaining injuries from a roof fall. New York State Police responded to the scene, but could not release the...
OSHA Cites NJ Contractor with Fall Hazard Violations
In April, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) launched a fall prevention campaign aimed at keeping workers safe from fall accidents. Since then, they’ve been pushing fall prevention through their official website and other...
New York Worker Falls Down Elevator Shaft, Survives
When you think of someone falling several stories down an elevator shaft, you don’t think of them surviving the fall accident. But a worker in New York City has done just that, though he is...
