Arizona Construction Accident Lawyers Help Workers Injured in Falls
Falls are the leading cause of construction accident fatalities and injuries in the United States. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that each year, approximately 150 to 200 construction workers die and more than 100,000 are injured as a result of falls at construction sites. OSHA lists several safety standards that employers are required to follow to keep their workers safe in construction sites.
Here are the most common requirements to prevent fall injuries and fatalities at Arizona construction sites:
- Where protection is required, employers must select fall protection systems such as guardrails, appropriate for given situations.
- Always use proper construction and installation of safety systems.
- Make sure employees are supervised properly.
- Use safe work procedures.
- Train workers in proper, selection, use and maintenance of fall protection systems.
These are all simple, common-sense rules, which will go a long way in preventing fall-related injuries and fatalities at construction sites in Arizona. Falls can result in serious injuries such as broken bones or back injuries that can keep a worker out of his job for a long period of time, thus causing significant financial and emotional strain. A fall accident could also result in catastrophic injuries such as brain injuries and spinal cord injuries.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an Arizona construction accident because of a fall, please call Breyer Law Offices P.C. to get more information about your legal rights and options. Arizona workers compensation benefits may not always be enough to cover your serious injuries, loss of wages or other related damages. Call us today to schedule a free consultation to discuss your construction accident claim.
