Nearly 6.5 million work on construction sites every day in the United States. Construction work is one of the most dangerous jobs in the United States, and these construction workers face various occupational hazards daily. If you have been injured in a construction accident, you should immediately talk to a Syracuse construction accident lawyer and get the legal help you deserve. 

What are the top hazards in construction sites? 

Construction site rules and regulations are put in place to minimize risks. Sadly, accidents still occur. Some of the most common risks or hazards in a construction site are: 

• Falling 

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the greatest number of fatalities per year in the construction industry is due to fall accidents. These falls can occur due to human error, failure to use or misuse of fall protection equipment, or unstable work surfaces. Many fall accidents also happen when workers use or work on construction ladders. 

• Slipping and tripping 

Construction sites are full of equipment, dirt, dust, etc. Navigating a busy construction site can cause a worker to trip or slip, even when exercising caution. A lot of items or substances can cause a worker to trip or slip on a construction site, such as: 

1. Water 
2. Grease 
3. Mud 
4. Oil 
5. Powders 
6. Dust 
7. Plastic wrapping 
8. Plant debris 
9. Sloped walking surfaces 
10. Gravel 
11. Cables 
12. Hoses 
13. Wires 
14. Gaps in walking surfaces 

According to OSHA, many slips and trips also happen in stairways. Slips and trips can cause strains, sprains, abrasions, fractures, etc. 

• Airborne and material exposure 

Construction workers are exposed to a variety of respiratory hazards and may come into contact with toxic materials, such as: 

• Lead 
• Asbestos 
• Chromium 
• Cadmium 

• Struck-by accidents 

These accidents happen when a heavy object, such as a vehicle, a flying object, or a falling object, strikes a worker. Struck-by accidents can occur when: 

1. A swinging backhoe strikes a worker 
2. A worker is struck by cars or trucks on the job site 
3. A worker is pinned between walls and construction vehicles 
4. A worker is crushed beneath an overturned vehicle 

Consult a legal professional today. 

Construction work is very dangerous, and it is sadly very common for workers to get injured in construction accidents. Do not stay silent if you or a loved one has been injured in a construction accident. Schedule a consultation with an experienced construction accident attorney today and learn how to protect your rights.