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Run Over by Operating Equipment

The construction site is a very busy work environment. With movement by workers and vehicles, everybody has a responsibility to look out for each others' well-being. Supervisors and foremen have the additional function of promoting effective safety procedures and practices at the construction site to guarantee the well-being of all employees.

Unfortunately, there are instances when construction workers are run-over or injured by operating equipment. Accidents such as these can occur at any worksite, but risks are increased when working on highways or near dangerous intersections with heavy equipment. In these environments workers must be extremely meticulous when practicing safety standards. Any lapse in protocol could result in a preventable construction accident.

If your life has been affected by a construction accident involving someone being run-over by operating equipment, then we encourage you to discuss your case with a compassionate Orlando construction injury attorney today. By contacting an experienced attorney you can receive compensation for your pain and suffering.

Hit by Highway Vehicle

Highway signs make it very evident that a reduced speed is necessary in construction zones, yet accidents occur on road construction sites everyday. Most motorists have respect for the workers maintaining and developing their roadways, but there are some whose recklessness endangers the lives of others. Their reasoning for disrespecting the laws of the road is irrelevant; when a construction personnel is hit by a highway vehicle it is almost always a completely preventable crime.

Trench Collapses

The building of trenches is essential for many construction jobs. They are seen wherever buried utilities are constructed or repaired. It is absolutely imperative that appropriate safety actions are taken during the building process to guarantee the safety of all workers involved.

A trench is narrow in length with its depth greater than its width. When trenches are constructed they must have safeguards in place to protect workers inside the trench from a collapse. When a trench collapses workers may often times become crushed under the weight of heavy soil from above. One cubic yard of soil weighs about as much as a mid-sized car, and suffocation can occur with only a few feet of soil on top of the victim.

Logging Accidents

Logging is a very hazardous occupation and can result in a variety of harmful accidents. Logging accidents can be the result of the tools and equipment used by loggers as well as the falling of massive trees. Chain saws, logging machines, and other heavy equipment are just some of the hazards involved with contemporary logging operations.

In addition to the apparent risks of working with logging tools, other factors that make logging a hazardous profession include the rough environment in which work is performed, the use of additional vehicles such as helicopters, inclement weather conditions, and other situational determinants. When the likelihood for logging accidents to occur exists but is not addressed, any resulting injuries are completely preventable.

Elevator Accidents

On an annual basis, elevators and escalators kill about 30 people and seriously injure over 17,000 Americans. There have been horrid and tragic elevator accidents that have resulted in severe injuries and even death. Elevator accidents can harm both innocent bystanders and the construction workers who service and build them.

Elevator manufacturers, owners, and service companies have a responsibility to ensure the safety of their equipment and passengers. The safety and well-being of many is compromised when inspections and equipment standards are not abided by. Elevators are a necessity for people who are unable to use stairs and in tall buildings where stairwells are not a feasible route. Passengers should never have to question their safety when they step inside an elevator.

Supervisor Negligence

Construction supervisors and managers have a great deal of responsibility. In addition to managing project constraints, supervisors also have the duty of addressing the safety of their co-workers. This includes the delegation of safety procedures and guidelines as well as the enforcement of these policies. Supervisor negligence can result in serious injury and even death on the job.

A recent case involved an electrician who was seriously injured after falling from a scaffold built at a construction site. Upon further investigation, it was discovered that the scaffold had been built improperly due to the negligence of a supervisor. The settlement for this case was more than two million dollars.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a construction accident arising out of supervisor negligence, you owe it to yourself and your family to discuss your case with an Orlando personal injury attorney. An attorney can advise you on the legal action to take to achieve justice against those responsible for your pain and suffering.