5 Construction Site Trip and Slip Hazards
Construction sites must be kept safe and organized for their employees, but unfortunately, many construction sites are extremely hazardous environments for workers. Failing to keep a construction site clean and organized can result in a devastating accident happening to a construction worker, and these injuries may prevent him or her from working temporarily. If you or someone you know has been injured while working at a construction site, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits to help assist you financially while you are unable to work.
If you or someone you care about has been seriously hurt while working at a construction site, please do not hesitate to contact the Pennsylvania workers’ compensation lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 610-667-7511 for more information about your case.
Construction Site Tripping Hazards
Construction sites oftentimes have a variety of employees working simultaneously, such as electricians, carpenters, plumbers, and others. Having so many people engaged in different tasks in a confined space at one time is already hazardous, but an unsafe construction site environment can make matters worse. Some of the most common injuries at construction sites are slip or trip and fall accidents, so it is important to be aware of some of the most common tripping hazards. These include:
- Grease or oil that has not been properly cleaned up
- Debris left by workers in high-traffic areas or walkways
- Defective stairways or lifts
- Tools or equipment left out in the open
- Wires or cables that protrude into walkways
If you have been hurt in a slip, trip, or fall on a construction site you may be able to obtain workers’ compensation benefits to address related medical expenses and other considerations.
Contact Us
If you or a loved one has been injured at work, contact the Pennsylvania workers’ compensation attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 610-667-7511 for assistance with your claim.