Practitioners in the construction industry in New York City were no doubt initially drawn to the profession by the unique working environment. Oddly enough, it is that same environment that contributes to construction work being among the most dangerous professions....
Construction Injuries
Construction site practices may heighten electrocution risk
As a New York construction worker, you may experience a higher risk of electrocution on the job than other workers. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that construction workers’ electrocution risk may be roughly four times greater than the risk...
Protect against common construction site fall hazards
New York construction workers build hundreds of projects across the five boroughs each year. The new development, from the Metropolitan Museum of Art expansion and Hudson Yards to the New York City School Construction Authority, is a sign of a thriving economy....
Nail gun safety on construction sites
Among other tools, workers on construction sites often use nail guns on the job. These easy to operate, powerful tools have largely replaced hammers for nailing tasks for their increased efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, however, nail guns contribute to a...
One-third of construction worker fatalities involve falls
Construction jobs are not the only ones with high fall risks. Jobs that involve running and climbing also involve high risks of falling. Some examples of this might include military personnel, firefighters, police officers and electricians. In spite of this,...
Falling debris kills New York City architect
Construction scaffolding is a common sight throughout New York City. In fact, many New York residents have become accustomed to it, despite the popular opinion that it is an eyesore. Building construction may be more than an unpleasant sight, unfortunately....
Construction sites and ladder falls
Working in construction can be tough for a lot of reasons. In addition to high-pressure environments due to disgruntled co-workers, dangerous machinery and poor weather, construction jobs often involve tough tasks that bring up serious risks. For example, many...
How do I prevent fall injuries?
It is no secret that working in construction comes with a hefty dose of injury potential. In fact, it is potentially one of the most fatal jobs in both New York and the United States. According to OSHA, one in five deaths last year in the private industry were in...
How can you increase your safety working in a construction zone?
Construction accidents in New York are all too common, particularly in the areas that are severely crowded. Because of the nature of the job, these accidents are often completely debilitating or may even result in death. While there are certain rules that your...
Construction sites out of compliance as injuries skyrocket
If you work in construction, you know your job is dangerous. There’s no question that you’re assuming some risk when you work on scaffolding hundreds of feet above the ground. But you also know your employer needs to take precautions to make your workplace as safe as...