Construction sites are often hives of activity, with workers constantly on the move at varying heights. While safety protocols are mandatory, falls remain a significant risk. One of the most devastating consequence of such falls can be a spinal cord injury (SCI). This...
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What kind of fall safety protection is required on fixed ladders?
There’s no question that falls are among the most common and often the most serious injuries suffered by construction workers. Since falls from a height can be particularly catastrophic, numerous types of safety measures are required on construction jobs per the...
What is a “hidden” TBI?
Following a serious collision or devastating fall from height, many individuals struggle with symptoms of a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Depending on countless factors including the severity of the accident or the individual’s past medical history, a TBI can lead to...
What construction workers should know about workers’ comp
Working in construction is a dangerous job. If you’re a roofer, you face the possibility of falling and suffering a serious injury or death. You could be burned by hot asphalt or suffer electrocution. If you work with heavy machinery on the job, that machinery could...
How do I recover from a third-party work injury?
Employees who suffer an injury while working can typically rely on workers’ compensation for the funds they need to recover. If the damage was the result of a third-party’s reckless or negligent behavior, do they need to pay compensation? If so, can an employee earn...
Traumatic brain injury: high risk for construction workers
As a New Jersey construction worker, the various job sites where you work can be hectic, noisy and even dangerous. Because of the types of work you do, you often must do them at a considerable height, such as on roofs, scaffolding or tall ladders. Consequently, you...
Top 3 reasons construction workers fall and get injuries
As a construction worker, you are well aware of the hard work you do. Along with this hard work comes several hazards. Virtually every workplace has some risks, but did you know that the construction industry has the most fall-related fatalities? This shocking...