Chemical Burn Information From a Dallas Construction Accident Lawyer

by Michael Guajardo mike@guajardomarks.com

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Burn injuries are among some of the more serious injuries sustained during an accident on a Dallas construction site. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, each year 200 workers die and 5,000 are injured during a workplace explosion fire. Unfortunately, explosion fires represent just one cause of burn injuries and deaths on construction sites.

The Extent of the Burn Risk on Construction Sites

Construction workers are exposed to multiple burn risks. Some of the most common reasons a worker may need a Dallas construction accident lawyer include:

• Burn injuries from an onsite fire
• Electrical burns
• Chemical burns

Of these burns, chemical burns are of a particular concern. Nearly every construction site contains multiple chemicals that can cause serious burns. Chemicals do not just damage the skin; they can be inhaled, damaging the tissue in the airway and lungs.

Causes of Chemical Burns on Construction Sites

The chemicals on the average construction site are numerous. Many of the chemicals found on a job site are comprised of strong alkaloids, acids, and corrosive materials. Some of the more hazardous and damaging chemicals that construction workers are exposed to are:

• Cement: When the chemicals in cement are mixed with water they can burn the skin.
• Industrial strength solvents: These powerful cleaners, such as those used to remove rust, can cause damaging chemical burns.
• Lime or Lye: Lye has the potential to dissolve not just dirt and grime but skin as well.
• Paint thinners: Prolonged or excessive exposure to paint thinners can damage skin and airways.
• Metalworking fluids: These common fluids are known causes of skin cancer and in conjunction with an open flame can cause burns.

Recovering From a Chemical Burn on a Dallas Construction Site

If the burn is extensive, or has injured the throat and lungs, your ability to work may be affected. Your injuries may entitle you to compensation not just to cover the cost of your injuries but for your diminished earning capacity. To ensure that you and your family are able to financially recover from your accident, contact an experienced, aggressive Dallas construction accident attorney at 877.2901382. You do not have to settle for less than your case is worth; please call today.