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Falls from a height and falling objects number among the more common types of construction accidents. They also bear the risk of very serious injury and even death.New York State's scaffolding laws, codified in Labor Law Section 240, aim to set up safeguards to...

There are a staggering number of injuries and deaths that occur every year on New York City construction sites. It is not surprising that this is the case, given all of the risks that are generally present in such environments. Still, it is the responsibility of site...

Construction sites present a number of risks for workers, some of which are easier to reduce than others. With New York's growth in construction over the recent years, construction accidents of all types keep appearing in the city's headlines.On June 20, three workers...

While every occupation comes with some risk of harm, there are many that are inherently much more hazardous than others. Some sectors have high fatality rates, such as logging, whereas others do not have as many deaths but still rank high in injury rates, such as...

More people suffer fatal injuries in construction than any other industry. If you are a construction worker, you are probably aware of several risks and hazards you face every day. You know how one wrong move or forgetful moment could lead to a catastrophic event. Due...

Regrettably, your overall health and wellness have a tendency to deteriorate as you age. Eyesight and hearing often weaken over time, and you also become more susceptible to suffering serious injuries as your strength and muscle mass start to decline. In particular,...

When people hear the term PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder, they usually think of someone in the military who suffers from the effects of a war-related situation. However, you may have witnessed a horrific construction accident or been traumatized by workplace...