Top Causes of Workplace Injuries Georgelis Injury Law Firm
Among the top 5 causes of disabling workplace injuries were a few that we see very often at Georgelis Injury Law Firm.
1. Object or Equipment Related Workplace Injuries Four of the top 10 causes of disabling workplace injuries reported by Liberty Mutual involve objects or equipment at the work site. From objects or equipment falling on an employee, to handling/moving heavy objects or colliding into equipment or objects, these incidents can cause major injuries. Examples might include sustaining a back strain from lifting heavy boxes, having a piece of equipment or heavy item fall on you from a storage space, or getting a concussion from colliding with something in your workplace.
2. WORKPLACE FALLS Another very common injury at the workplace is falls. From slip and falls on slippery surfaces or ice, to falls from scaffolding, ladders or equipment, injuries from falls are often long-lasting. Neck, back or spinal injuries, concussions and even brain damage could occur from a fall depending on the height or severity of the fall. Thousands of fall claims are made each and every year. Many people who fall victim to these types of accidents suffer catastrophic, life-altering injuries which, in the most serious cases, can result in wrongful death.
3. WORKPLACE VEHICLE ACCIDENTS If you drive for work, you are at risk for workplace vehicle accidents. Whether you are operating a construction vehicle, a semi-truck or a company car, if you are involved in an accident while driving for you could be eligible for workers’ compensation. Employers are required to have auto insurance coverage as well as workers’ compensation insurance coverage. The auto insurance would cover any damage to the work vehicle itself as well as damage to the other vehicle involved in the accident including the other driver, depending on the nature of the accident.
4. INDUSTRIES WITH FREQUENT WORKPLACE INJURIES The 2020 Workplace Safety Index breaks down the analysis even further, looking into industries where workplace injuries are common. At Georgelis Injury Law Firm, we service clients in every one of these industries.
5. ONE IN TEN CONSTRUCTION WORKERS ARE INJURED EACH YEAR This is one of the busiest times of year for one of the most dangerous types of work out there construction. Did you know that one out of every ten construction workers is injured each year? According to OSHA, that’s a nearly 71% higher injury rate than any other industry. When looking at workplace fatalities as a whole in our nation, construction accidents account for 20% each year.
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