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When you think of all the hazards a construction worker in New York City can face, few people consider the dangers that forklifts can pose. Yet, every year, forklift rollovers cause numerous injuries and even deaths to construction workers.These fatalities and...
Do you cheer for the Jets or the Giants? No matter which team you love to cheer on to victory, there are some things you should realize that could potentially compromise your safety if you attend a professional sporting event.Research conducted in 2011 discovered an...
We've all seen them weaving in and out of traffic on Midtown Manhattan streets, pedaling like mad while bearing their burdens from Point A to Point B. Love them or hate them, bike messengers are everywhere, it seems.Bicycle messengers are part of the Big Apple's...
In a recent post, we discussed some of the dangers that those who ride the subway face. That proved timely, as The New York Times published its own article this week on the rising numbers of people getting onto the subway tracks.While some riders inadvertently wind up...
In the past, window-washers here in New York City had one of the most dangerous jobs there were. Thankfully, over the years, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the implementation of safety regulations have eliminated many of the former dangers.Still,...
As a construction worker, you are well aware of how dangerous, and potentially fatal, scaffolding can be. According to OSHA, there were 370 deadly falls on construction sites in 2016. If a scaffold is not safe, you may get seriously hurt at work. Because working on...
You went out for the evening with friends, had a few drinks and a good time. Now, you're waiting for the subway to take you home — but are you safe?Considering the daily volume of riders on the New York City subway system who experience no problems, the chances...
The family members of a Bronx father of six filed a lawsuit earlier this month in Bronx Supreme Court against the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) after the man was scalded to death in his apartment's shower last October. The lawsuit, which was filed on Aug. 2,...
It's hard to believe that the unofficial end of summer is only a week away, yet Labor Day 2018 is looming on the horizon. While many New Yorkers' holiday plans have already been made, still others may be wondering what to do next weekend.Below are some suggestions for...
The high injury and fatality rates of the construction industry are common knowledge. Much has happened to try to reduce the numbers over the years, from stricter liability laws to safer work equipment. Yet, the rates are still too high. New York City has recently...