According to investigators, the victim was on a backhoe
moving dirt when he apparently fell into the hole and the dirt covered him. A
co-worker noticed that the victim had gone missing and began searching for him
when he noticed the hole covered with dirt. The victim was found dead
underneath the dirt. Officials are still investigating the case.
Workplace Injuries
Sadly, many injuries and deaths occur while at the
workplace. Often times, these grave injuries and fatalities occur on dangerous
construction sites that are in violation of safety standards. According to the
Occupational Safety and Health Administration, nearly 6.5 million people at approximately
252,000 construction sites across the nation. Potential risks for workers in
construction include:
- Scaffold collapse
- Trench collapse
- Falls from heights
- Electric shock and arc flash
- Failure to use proper personal protective equipment
- Repetitive motion injuries
To help prevent injuries while working on construction sites
it is imperative for employers to provide goggles for eye and face protection,
helmets for head protection, and gloves for hand protection. Employers are also expected to train
employees on proper conduct when handling dangerous equipment.
For solutions and other protective measures, visit the official
website of the United States Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and
Health Administration at www.osha.gov.
Workers Compensation
Attorney
When injured at work, your employer’s insurance should cover
your injuries, medical care, and lost wages. If for some reason, the insurance
company is not providing you with adequate care and compensation, you should
contact a worker’s compensation attorney immediately.
A worker’s compensation attorney will work to maximize your
compensation potential and provide you with the treatment and benefits your
rightfully deserve when suffering from a workplace injury. For a free
consultation regarding your claim, contact the worker’s compensation attorneys
at Rawa Law Group.
