5 Most Common Construction Site Safety Violations

If you have been hurt during an accident on a construction site in Dallas, Texas, you know that more often than not, the accident could have been prevented. Too many times employers, foremen, and subcontractors do not do enough to protect Dallas construction workers.

This fact is evident when looking at OSHA's list of the 10 most frequently cited workplace safety violations. The vast majority of the safety violations directly impact construction workers, injuring and killing thousands each year.

Are You at Risk of Being Injured on the Construction Site?
If your workplace contains any of the following top five safety violations, then you may be at serious risk of being hurt while at work:
  1. Fall Protection: In 2010, 260 workers died from a fall at work. This is the leading cause of death among construction workers. OSHA issued over 7,000 fall protection violations in 2010.
  2. Scaffolding: Improper placement and construction of scaffolding signified a serious threat to those working on and around scaffolding. Again, over 7,000 safety violations of this type were seen in 2010.
  3. Hazard Communication: If you workplace does not have a written Hazard Communication program, a training program, or an MSDS management system, you are not alone. The lack of these crucial safety measures represents a major threat to the safety of workers.
  4. Respiratory Protection: In addition to supplying respirators for at risk workers, employers must provide them with proper medical evaluations and fit testing. In 2010, however, nearly 4,000 respiratory protection violations were issued nationwide.
  5. Lockout/Tagout: When proper lockout/tagout procedures are not followed, the release of hazardous energy can energize parts and injure workers. OSHA estimates that this standard prevents approximately 50,000 injuries and 120 deaths each year.

After an Accident: Will You Get the Compensation You Need?
After being injured in a Dallas construction site accident, you may be most concerned with the money you are losing while out of work -- but what if you are unable to return to work? Will your compensation be enough to cover not only medical bills, but lost wages and a diminished earning capacity?

The best way to ensure that your rights are protected is to contact an attorney that specializes in Dallas construction site accidents. Stand up for your rights. Call 877.290.1382 today.

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