Most people are aware of the fact that working as an electrician is inherently dangerous, and electricians must complete extensive job training and safety education to perform their work safely and successfully. Unfortunately, even the most experienced electricians suffer injuries during their work, and these injuries can easily pose substantial short- and long-term complications to […]
The construction industry requires both hard physical and mental labor. It is not uncommon for serious mistakes and accidents to happen on construction sites to employees. Whether injury takes place because of malfunctioning equipment or negligent supervision, there are many preventative steps beforehand that can be taken to protect those in the workforce. Acquiring Appropriate […]
Every job presents some sort of risk, but occupational risk is especially high in the construction industry. Considering that construction jobs require employees to work with hazardous equipment, at heights and with various other hazards, the injury rate is high. Even with safety measures in place, injuries are common. However, there are prevention protocols that […]
California construction workers like you must take precautionary measures. This helps you stay safe on the job. But the dangers may not always come from the places you expect them to. Fall injuries are one of the most widespread in the industry. Recurring incidents often happen. So how do you keep yourself protected from falls? […]
California construction workers often use scaffolding in projects. Scaffolding has the potential to be very dangerous. It is important to use scaffolding with proper safety precautions in mind. Supervisors and workers alike can also do many things to help improve the safety of these. The United States Department of Labor looks at crucial components of scaffolding […]
Many people in San Diego may choose to forgo the confines of a typical office setting when choosing their career paths and instead opt for a job that allows them to work in a wide range of environments. The construction industry offers this, which is no doubt why its popularity amongst those entering the workforce […]
Construction has been booming in recent years in much of the United States from coast to coast. As the economy recovers, people are building homes, businesses, commercial buildings and much more. One report that looked at data from 2018 showed that California was involved in this massive increase in building. In Los Angeles, for instance, construction […]
Any construction worker who has to work on a ladder is potentially in danger of suffering serious injuries in a fall. It could be a 65-year-old worker who is one day away from retirement or an 18-year-old worker who is starting his first day on the job. Ladder falls are a significant risk and all […]
If you consider the per capita fatality statistics, other industries are often “more dangerous” than construction. Examples include the logging industry and the deep-sea fishing industry. What this really means is just that a higher percentage of workers lose their lives in these relatively small industries. If you want to look at where the deadliest […]
Amputation injuries are a serious risk for construction workers who have to use hand tools and heavy machinery every day. They can be life-changing, perhaps making it so that the person can never work again. Even with quick medical care, an amputation injury is often permanent and there is nothing that doctors can do. To […]
