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Misuse of Portable Ladders Lead to Many Construction Fatalities
Posted on August 05, 2011 by Ronald Todd
Ladder Accidents are a Major Contributor of all Falls from Height
Portable ladders are common at all construction projects. Unfortunately, they are also a major cause of all construction site injuries. A ladder injury can occur when a ladder slips, slides out, or falls over. Ladder injuries can range from minor strains and sprains to quadriplegic injury, paraplegic injury, severe traumatic brain injury and even death.
Ladder Construction Site Hazardous can be Prevented if OSHA regulations under 29 CFR 1926 Subpart X, 29 CFR 1926.1053 are followed.
- Side rails of ladders must extend 3 feet above the landing
- Secure the side rails at the top to a rigid support
- Do not overload the ladder
- Ladders must be inspected by a competent person before use to ensure no cracked or broken parts, i.e. rungs, steps, side rails, feet or locking components
- Follow manufacturer's instructions and warnings when using the ladder
- Only use ladders that comply with 29 CFR 1926.1053(a)(1)
Don't Settle for Worker's Compensation after a Construction Accident
You do not have to settle for workers compensation after your construction site injury. Because several individuals or organizations work at a construction site, many parties may be liable for your injuries. Other liable parties include general contractors, other subcontractors, construction managers and engineering professionals. Manufacturers of construction machinery may also be liable for your accident.
Both general and subcontractors have legal obligations to provide a construction site that is reasonably safe for everyone at the site. General contractors are responsible for overall job site safety at the project and must ensure that OSHA regulations are complied with on the job site. Although the general contractor is ultimately responsible for the construction site safety, any subcontractor working at the job site must also work safety and comply with OSHA regulations.
Contact a Construction Site Injury Lawyer at Ronald S. Todd, P.C.
With so many financial and medical concerns, the right representation can make all the difference. We handle construction site accident cases on a contingency basis. You don't pay attorney fees until you get the compensation you deserve.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a ladder accident, you need an experienced construction site accident lawyer. Ladder 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 and weekend hours in addition to our weekly business hours, we are ready to help you. Our phone lines are open twenty-four/seven. Call 317-375-7718 or contact us at www.ronaldtoddlaw.com today for a free case review by a construction injury attorney.
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