From heavy machinery to sharp tools, faulty equipment and electricity, there is no shortage of hazards at construction sites. If you or someone you love sustains an injury while working at a construction site, you may be eligible for financial restitution through Ohio...
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How do construction accidents lead to back injuries?
On Behalf of Bashein & Bashein Company, L.P.A. | Aug 28, 2022 | Construction Accidents
Every workplace has its share of hazards. However, construction sites are particularly dangerous. From flying objects to loose cables, electrocution, heavy machinery and faulty ladders, construction workers contend with a lot of hazards. One of the injuries you can...
Main causes of personal injuries at construction sites
On Behalf of Bashein & Bashein Company, L.P.A. | Feb 15, 2022 | Construction Accidents
Let's face it; construction sites are dangerous places. Besides the physical nature of the work, construction site workers are also often required to operate dangerous machinery and work from elevated heights. Thanks to the hazardous nature of construction work,...
How to prevent hearing loss on construction sites
On Behalf of Bashein & Bashein Company, L.P.A. | Jan 3, 2022 | Construction Accidents
It is widely accepted that construction sites are one of the most hazardous places to work. Working from heights, trip hazards and heavy machinery all present significant safety risks to employees. One hazard that is often overlooked is loud noises. Noises from saws,...
Should you use a ladder on a construction site?
On Behalf of Bashein & Bashein Company, L.P.A. | Sep 10, 2021 | Construction Accidents
When you work in construction, your boss may ask you to climb a ladder at some point. They might not tell you ladders are one of the most dangerous ways to work above the ground. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that 15% of workplace...
How can employers keep construction site trenches safe?
On Behalf of Bashein & Bashein Company, L.P.A. | Aug 30, 2021 | Construction Accidents
While trenches on a construction site do not have the same threat of death as those on a battlefield, they are not risk-free, and many of their hazards are the same. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issues guidance that employers using trenches...
How to prevent a deadly trench collapse
by Bashein & Bashein Company, L.P.A. | Apr 22, 2021 | Construction Accidents
Construction site hazards can come in the form of falls from height, explosions, collapsing structures, toxic exposure and vehicle accidents. One of the deadliest accidents is the cave-in or trench collapse. What can be done to prevent this workplace tragedy? On many...
Electrical hazards are common at construction sites
On Behalf of Bashein & Bashein Company, L.P.A. | Mar 18, 2021 | Construction Accidents
Construction workers face several risks when they’re working -- including electrocution. It’s imperative that all construction workers understand the dangers of electrical hazards because this type of accident can lead to catastrophic or fatal injuries. There are...
Construction work is dangerous: Get compensated for your injuries
On Behalf of Bashein & Bashein Company, L.P.A. | Feb 22, 2021 | Construction Accidents
Working in Cleveland and local areas, you know that being on the road and working construction is extremely dangerous. There is always a flood of traffic, and drivers aren’t always patient. There are many hazards that construction workers face when they work in road...
What are OSHA’s “fatal four”?
On Behalf of Bashein & Bashein Company, L.P.A. | Aug 12, 2020 | Construction Accidents, Construction Workers' Accidents
Construction workplaces can be dangerous for workers, and some of the injuries that workers suffer can be fatal. Four types of accidents cause the majority of deaths in the construction industry. The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) has dubbed...
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