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Asphyxiation at Construction Sites are a Preventable if OSHA Standards are Followed
Posted on August 19, 2011 by Ronald Todd
Construction Worker in Confined Space Dies from Asphyxiation
Workers were sandblasting the surfaces in a confined space in preparation for painting. They were using air compressors to supply air to the workers. The air compressor was needed at a different location. Arrangements were made for the workers to connect to the plant's air supply. Unfortunately, someone at the plant shut down the plant's air compressor. The nitrogen back-up system kicked in to maintain pressure. One of the workers was asphyxiated from the nitrogen.
Prevent Construction Fatalities from Asphyxiation
- Contractors must train workers on the use of respirators in areas that asphyxiation can occur (29 CFR 1926.103(c)(1)).
- Contractors must use compressors that have high-temperature and/or carbon monoxide alarms (29 CFR 1926.103(f)).
- Contractors must know the type of back-up systems before using any air system for breathing because many use nitrogen.
- Contractors must have a safety plan to ensure a competent person makes frequent and regular inspections of the job site (29 CFR 1926.20(b)(2).
- Contractors must educate workers in the recognition and avoidance of construction site hazards (29 CFR 1926.21(b)(2).
Talk to a Workplace Accident Lawyer to determine your Rights beyond Workers Compensation
All construction workers injured at a construction site are entitled to workers compensation. However, if your injury was the result of negligence by a third part such as subcontractor, general contractor, construction manager, suppliers or developers, you will have a valid personal injury claim above and beyond your initial claim for workers comp.
Contact a Construction Injury Attorney at Ronald S. Todd, P.C.
Even if you are receiving workers compensation, you may be able to make a claim beyond what you are currently receiving in order to ease the financial burden on you and your family during this difficult time, and help you prepare for your future.
If you are looking for the fair and full compensation that you deserve after your construction site injury, you don't have to go through this difficult process alone, At the law offices of Ronald S. Todd, we help clients throughout Indiana. Call us at 317-375-7718 or contact us on-line today at www.ronaldtoddlaw.com for a free consultation with an experienced construction site accident lawyer.
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