A recent collision between two cranes at a construction site sent 16 people to the hospital and left several other people injured. Thankfully, all of the victims are expected to survive. Although the accident happened in a city in another state, it attracted the...
There are many different construction projects in process throughout New York. These projects vary greatly though. Some could be large projects constructing new buildings that are many stories high. Others could be restoration projects of much smaller buildings....
Regardless of your specific job or industry, you may experience a time when you need to use a portable ladder while at work. The use of such a ladder may be integral to the nature of your job, such as if you are in construction or custodial services. You may also need...
As a New York construction worker, you unfortunately must conduct much of your work from and around scaffolds. This, in turns, places you at considerable risk of injury. FindLaw reports that per the Bureau of Labor and Statistics’ Census of Fatal Occupational...
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....
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...
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....
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...
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,...
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....