The spinal cord is something of an unsung hero in the body. While the brain is often in the spotlight for controlling movement and sensation, the spinal cord plays an equally vital role. This organ facilitates communication between the brain and the rest of one’s...
Construction Injuries
Electrical safety tips for construction sites
Construction sites in California have many hazards that can lead to injuries if proper safety protocols aren’t followed. Electrical hazards can be particularly dangerous as the injuries associated with electricity are often fatal. Those who work on, or have a reason...
How can traumatic brain injuries happen on construction sites?
Construction sites are bustling hubs of activity where skilled workers construct the buildings and infrastructure that shape communities. While these sites are important for progress, they also pose significant risks. TBIs, otherwise known as traumatic brain injuries,...
3 FAQ about the high-risk nature of construction sites
Construction sites are dynamic environments where countless tasks unfold simultaneously. While construction is a fundamental part of societal progress, it comes with inherent risks. Workers face potential dangers that can result in injuries or accidents. 1. Why are...
Risk awareness can help prevent some construction accidents
Construction sites can be dangerous when proper safety protocols aren’t followed. Anyone at a construction site in California should be aware of the common risks to help prevent accidents. Unfortunately, accidents do happen, and when someone is injured on a...
2 injured in fall-related construction accident involving crane
Machines such as cranes remain a common fixture on many project sites and performing frequent maintenance on such equipment can be integral to mitigating a variety of safety risks. Should a crane malfunction during use, the results could prove disastrous and a...
Construction accident involving falling objects injures 2
When stacking materials on a construction project site, taking the proper measures to secure these items may be integral to mitigating a variety of safety risks. While companies in California may use items such as chains to hold materials in place, heavy objects could...
Construction accidents involving falling objects may be avoidable
Any type of object that falls from above and hits a worker below could pose a significant threat to one’s health. While incidents involving falling objects remain a common cause of injury in the construction industry, studies indicate that many of these incidents may...
Mitigating safety risks when using scaffolding
There are various types of tools and equipment that aid construction workers in performing tasks at heights. Scaffolding is a type of equipment that remains a common fixture on many project sites and while using such gear may be necessary at times, it could also prove...
Prevalent types of safety hazards in the construction industry
Many construction workers may face various safety hazards while performing tasks on California project sites. If you work in this field, you may consider it vital to find ways to promote safety and to reduce your risk of being involved in a dangerous incident, but you...