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Why Are Florida Construction Accidents So Common?

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Common Causes of Florida Construction Accidents
In 2019, there were 5,333 work fatalities in the
United States. This means someone dies from a
work-related injury every 99 minutes. For those
working in the private construction industry,
fatalities increased by five percent.
Unfortunately, this is a trend that will likely
continue in the coming years. Knowing some of the
most common causes of construction site accidents
is the best way to avoid being a
victim. Falls The top danger on OSHAs Fatal
Four list for construction workers in the United
States is falling. In fact, this is the leading
cause of fatalities on construction sites in
Florida and contributes to about 33 of the
deaths that occur on the job. The most common
fall that occurs in Florida is from roofs. This
is closely followed by building girders,
scaffoldings, floors, and ladders. If a
construction worker is six or more feet off the
ground while working, they need personal fall
protection gear to ensure they dont suffer a
catastrophic injury if a fall occurs. OSHA has
outlined specific steps to take to help prevent
construction site falls in the occupational
hazard regulation guidelines.
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Unsafe Drivers

• Another common cause of construction worker
  fatalities is car accidents. There are several
  potential causes for these accidents, including
• Distracted driving
• Improper driver training
• Driving under the influence
• The other driver involved in the accident may
  also share some fault in the accident. Since
  Florida is a no-fault state for car accidents,
  injured drivers must file a claim with their auto
  insurance provider to receive compensation.
  Suppose the medical costs and damages exceed
  their policy limits. In that case, they may be
  able to file a lawsuit against the at-fault party
  to receive compensation for the remaining of
  their damages. Its best to speak to personal
  injury attorneys to know your legal options.

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Dangerous Equipment

• Construction workers must work with complex and
  heavy equipment. They also use dangerous
  materials and tools almost daily. If you come in
  contact with equipment or objects, they may cause
  amputations, head injuries like concussions,
  crush injuries, and cause someone to get caught
  in a machine. Workers can reduce these hazards
  when they wear and use the right head protection
  while using proven safety techniques when
  equipment is in use.
• Dehydration and Heatstroke
• Theres a reason Florida is called the Sunshine
  State it gets hot. Anyone working in the
  construction industry in the state of Florida
  must deal with extreme heat throughout the
  summer. Sometimes this high heat can cause
  heatstroke and dehydration. If you experience
  heatstroke, your kidneys, heart, and brain can
  all be damaged. Workers must drink sufficient
  water, wear proper sun protection, and take daily
  breaks.

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Falling Objects

• Its possible for objects to fall from high
  platforms, scaffolding, and rooftops and hit
  workers and pedestrians below. Even if the
  individual is wearing a helmet, heavy objects,
  such as building materials, can cause serious
  injuries and even kill the people who are struck.
  Falling power tools, bricks, and hammers can
  cause life-changing and devastating brain and
  head injuries.
• Explosions and Fires
• Many construction workers must work with
  hazardous materials and equipment regularly. This
  includes things like flammable chemicals, leaking
  pipes, and electrical wiring. If items are not
  handled properly or if storage methods are not
  safe, then it can result in serious fires and
  explosions. Smoking on the job or near a
  construction site may result in these situations,
  too.

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Explosions and Fires

• Many construction workers must work with
  hazardous materials and equipment regularly. This
  includes things like flammable chemicals, leaking
  pipes, and electrical wiring. If items are not
  handled properly or if storage methods are not
  safe, then it can result in serious fires and
  explosions. Smoking on the job or near a
  construction site may result in these situations,
  too.
• Electrocutions
• Just like the other potential accidents on this
  list, construction site workers and those near
  construction sites are at risk for electrocution.
  While working with electrical wires and power
  cords present this hazard, many electrocutions
  occur because of someone being careless and not
  securing job sites properly, leaving live wires
  lying around, and failing to wear the proper
  safety gear. Unfortunately, electrocutions are
  often fatal, and those who do survive may
  experience severe injuries.

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Contact Our Personal Injury Attorneys to Learn
More about Your Rights

• When it comes to construction site injuries,
  there are more than a few causes of them. Its a
  good idea to get in touch with our personal
  injury attorneys at Zimmet Zimmet to understand
  and protect your rights. You can count on our
  attorneys to provide you with the quality
  representation that you deserve. Our goal is to
  help you get the maximum amount of compensation
  you deserve.Contact us for more information.

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