Construction sites are dangerous places for millions of workers who face hazards from improper safety practices. The Department of Labor has stringent rules that are designed to protect workers, but they are effective only when responsible owners abide by them. The most common causes of construction site accidents include these:
- Falls
- Electrocutions
- Strikes from objects
- Entrapments that bind or trap workers
For a free legal consultation with a heavy equipment injury lawyer serving Austin, call 800-863-5312
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regards these causes as the “fatal four,” indicating their potential for causing injury or death. Workers who suffer a construction site equipment injury in Austin can receive aggressive legal representation at the Zinda Law Group Law Firm to obtain compensation for injuries, lost wages and the inability to work.
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