Winter is a dangerous time for construction workers here in New York City. These environments are always fraught with risk and danger, and wintry conditions only seem to exacerbate the hazards workers face.
With that in mind, below are some tips to keep you safer if you are working out in the elements on your construction job.
- Make sure that workers and supervisors can identify signs of frostbite.
- Check the job site in the morning and throughout the day for the presence of any hazards.
- Maintain paths that have been cleared of slush, snow and ice.
- Don’t pile snow so high it obstructs workers’ vision.
- Remove hanging icicles or rope off areas where they have formed.
- Any portable heaters used on job sites must first pass inspections. They must also be used in well-ventilated areas far away from combustibles.
When it comes to safety on a construction site, everyone has a role to keep it safer. But the ultimate responsibility for conditions of a job site lies with the owners of the company. They owe a duty to their workers to provide a safe work area that is free of hazards.
If you wind up hurt on the job due to a co-worker’s or company’s negligence, be aware that you have the right to seek compensation for any injuries or other damages that you suffer as a result. Learning more about the claims process can protect your rights and leave you positioned to make a full physical and financial recovery.
A New York City personal injury attorney can advise you of your rights and responsibilities when filing a claim for damages after a construction accident.
