Most Common Orange County Work Related Accidents In Construction

As we drive on the highways and roads, we see construction going on all around us. Do we know what kind of danger the construction workers are really in. Do we even give it a thought as we drive by? Construction work is a dangerous environment to be around. Anything can happen any time anywhere. Not only are road workers as high risk of danger, but also home and building contractors even the electricians and plumbers. If the house is being built, you have many dangers of falling objects, loose boards and rusty nails. The electrician, who puts in the wiring, has a high percentage of getting electrocuted if he does not connect the right wires. Falls are very common in the construction of office building and homes. Standing on a 2 x4 hammering in another may not be a smart choice, leading to a fatal fall. Some times not using common sense can lead to a terrible accident. Placing a tool on a unsafe rafter that gets bumped and falls on someone’s hand or foot. This could have been avoided by using common sense. Using a table saw without goggles, getting a wood splinter in an eye is another example of a terrible accident that could have been avoided. But then there are those injuries that are not helped. Holes in the floor that have not been marked as bad allow for serious to fatal accidents to happen. No matter what type of construction work is done, there are many things that could go wrong. Wearing the proper equipment and using the right tools may help in the process of eliminating some serious injury. A safety helmet is required in construction sites. Safety boots, goggles, clothing all aid in the protection of the workers. If rules and regulations are not followed correctly, major problems arise. Safety inspectors regularly monitor sites to ensure rules are being followed correctly, and there are no immediate dangers or hazards. It is estimated 1000 construction workers are hurt every year. Another hazard that could be a risk, is heat stroke or dehydration. Roofers are always working out in the hot sun and tar may not realize they are dehydrated and could slip and fall off the roof. If a individual is hurt on the job, he would be required to complete an injury report, visit a company doctor, who would in turn complete a workman's compensation claim. If severe, the injured worker may require the help of an experience orange county workers compensation attorney.