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In New York City, where development has necessarily gone vertical due to a lack of land, scaffolding is necessary for the basic safety of the workers who help to construct, renovate and maintain buildings. Scaffolding is present at nearly every construction site where...
New Yorkers are used to dealing with construction sites as they walk or bike around the city. They count on those responsible for the work to ensure that any surrounding areas that could be dangerous are surrounded by fencing or temporary walls and feature appropriate...
Preventing falls must be at the top of any construction employer’s mind. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), they are the single biggest cause of construction site deaths, accounting for just over one-third of total site deaths. Many...
Construction sites in New York and around the nation are dangerous places, even for experienced workers. There are all kinds of hazards that are present on an everyday basis. They include but are not limited to sustaining burns, slip-and-falls, the physical impact of...
Dust and debris both have the potential to be dangerous to construction workers. Dust and debris on site may lead to breathing issues, eye injuries, slick walkways and other problems that lead to worker injuries. Whether you are a contractor or working directly for...
Construction in New York continues year-round, but the risks that are the most dangerous shift from season to season. Winter months may put workers at risk for frostbite and issues with equipment due to cold while heat exhaustion is a concern during the summer....
Construction is a dangerous career. So many workers get hurt or lose their lives on construction jobs that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has created a list of the Fatal Four risks that employers and workers need to constantly monitor for....
Construction is one of the most dangerous professions a person can pursue. Despite New York having stricter rules than many other states, dozens of construction workers die in any given year in our state. Increased safety requirements and training obligations for...
Construction workers have to deal with many hazards on a daily basis. Many of these are unavoidable, but it’s imperative that their employers take the time to ensure that all their employees have a safe working environment. One particular hazard that’s present is...
Whenever there is a massive construction project taking place, there are a lot of risks involved. Workers at construction sites are at risk for all kinds of injuries, and the public can also be in danger if something falls on them as they’re walking by. One of the...