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Construction Accident Facts
The federal government's National Center for Personal Injury Protection
and Control keeps track of injury statistics. Here are some of the
Center's details about injury in the United States.
One out of every 10 construction workers is accidentally injured
every year.
The most common accident at construction sites is falls, either
on the same level or from height. More fatalities occur from falls
than any other construction activity.
Ironworkers are the construction trade with the greatest likelihood
of being injured on a construction site.
More ironworkers are injured during decking operations than
any other ironworking activity.
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Other Accident Facts
Every year, more than 90,000 people die in the United States as a result of unintentional injuries.
Accidental injuries are the fifth leading cause of death in the United States.
On average, there are 11,200 disabling accidental injuries every hour during the year.
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Get legal help for your injuries by hiring a lawyer in Chicago that you are sure will handle the case with respect
to you and the legal profession. Hire a personal injury lawyer that
has experience in your claim area.
Did You Know?
Construction accident injuries may be covered by workers compensation.
Most are. The workers' compensation system is designed to provide benefits to injured workers no matter whether an injury is caused by the employers or employee's negligence. But there are some limits. Generally, injuries caused because an employee is intoxicated or using illegal drugs are not covered by workers' compensation.
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Definition:
Recognizing that a hazard exists and trying to define its characteristics.
Acute Exposure
Definition:
A single exposure to a toxic substance, which results in severe biological harm or death. Acute exposures are usually characterized as lasting no longer than a day, as compared to longer, continuing exposure over a period of time.
Fire and Life Safety Program
Definition:
A plan implemented by businesses and other organizations to protect constituents (employees, building occupants, etc.) from fire and other hazards which are immediately hazardous to life.
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