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Decking Accident Kills Iron Worker Who Fell from Heights
Posted on August 19, 2011 by Ronald Todd
Iron Worker Falls from Height while Installing Decking
Iron workers were placing decking onto stringers. As the decking was being placed, the worker stepped onto the decking that had just been placed to put down the next decking. The decking the worker stepped on was not secure. He lost his footing and fell approximately 80 feet. Safety nets were being used on the project, but the nets had not moved forward to the area where the worker fell.
Prevention of other Construction Fatalities from Falls from Height
- Contractors must provide safety nets when workplaces are 25 feet above ground or water or other surfaces where the use of ladders, scaffolds, catch platforms, temporary floors, safety lines or safety harnesses are impractical (29 CFR 1926.105(a)).
- Contractors must ensure that all workers are thoroughly trained in recognition and avoidance of construction site hazards associated with their work and work areas (29 CFR 1926.21(b)(2)).
- Contractors must have a safety plan/program that is established to prevent accidents. It must include frequent and regular inspections of job sites, materials and equipment by a competent person (29 CFR 1926.20(b)(1)).
Workers Compensation is Not Your Only Remedy when Involved in a Construction Accident
Workers compensation prevents you to sue your employer for damages beyond the benefits provided in the Indiana's Workers Compensation Act. However, you may have a remedy to obtain a full recovery for all your damages not provided under the Workers Compensation Act against negligent subcontractors, general contractors, construction managers, supplier or developer. With so many different groups involved in the completion of any construction project, construction sites are some of the most dangerous work places in Indiana. If you have been injured in a construction accident, you need an experienced work place lawyer to help you determine if you have a claim beyond workers compensation.
Contact a Construction Accident Indiana Attorney
With so many financial considerations on your mind, from medical bills to lost wages at work, you need a construction injury lawyer that understands that you are looking for a way to make ends meet. We handle construction accidents on a contingency basis, so you do not pay attorney fees until you get the compensation that you deserve.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a construction accident, you need an experienced construction injury attorney. Construction accident cases can be won or lost based on investigation conducted by your attorney. The sooner you hire a qualified attorney, the sooner we can start protecting your rights. We offer evening, weekend, and off-site visits in order to better serve you. Call 317-375-7718 or contact us online at www.ronaldtoddlaw.com today for a free conference.
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