As spring blooms, so does road construction season. Highways and byways become a hive of activity as crews work to improve infrastructure. While these projects are important for smoother travel in the future, they also pose risks to drivers. Planning ahead Before...
The hazards of winter construction accidents
Winter brings its own set of challenges to construction sites, making them more conducive to accidents. Not only can construction accidents become more likely in winter, but they can also have the potential to be particularly severe. Understanding winter construction...
Four hidden hazards in the construction industry
Construction work in Buffalo demands resilience and caution due to the region's challenging conditions. Beyond the visible challenges, numerous hidden dangers lurk on job sites, posing risks to workers. 1. Uneven terrain Construction workers often face the danger of...
All four seasons have risks impacting construction site safety
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that one in every five workplace deaths happens within the construction industry. The figures for injuries in this field are also very high. The industry involves various risks and challenges, but there are even more issues...
Does my employer have to pay for my PPE?
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration establishes the guidelines for protective equipment on a construction site. When working on a construction site, knowing what the law requires your employer to provide for your safety is important. Employer...
Common causes of construction site accidents
Working on a construction site means expecting the unexpected. The environment is dynamic and requires attention at all times. Heavy equipment and construction tasks put everyone at risk of accidents. Understand the hazards to protect yourself from injury....
Increased risk of heat-related illness for construction workers
High temperatures are not only uncomfortable, but they can also lead to illness and death. Working in extreme heat puts people at risk for heat-related illnesses as they endure the heat for extended periods. When work in the heat involves exertion, the risk increases....
The serious injuries faced by construction workers in winter
Construction workers know just how cold it can get in New York in winter. This time of year, not only are they focusing on safety while completing a project, but they also face the added challenge from winter conditions such as strong winds, icy surfaces and bitter...
How to prevent arc flash events and injuries
If you live in New York and work with electrical equipment, you may be in danger of injury from an arc flash event. In fact, data from burn centers suggests that between one-third and more than one-half of all on-the-job burns are arc flash-related. Arc flashes can...
Construction worker’s death shows the dangers within industry
The recent death of a worker at a construction site in Rochester once again reflects the dangers within the construction industry. Every day, workers such as roofers along with foundation, building, utilities and heavy equipment contractors face on-the-job hazards...