People around the country are likely rejoicing in the beginning of summer. While many people are planning their summer vacations, others who work outside face added risks as they complete their job responsibilities. Representatives from the California Division of the...
Construction Workers’ Accidents
Construction accidents: Man killed while using cherry picker
While most people are aware that every job holds its own risks, some may be unfamiliar with the many deadly risks that construction workers face. Unfortunately, construction accidents can often have deadly consequences, leaving family members wondering how they will...
Construction accidents: Man electrocuted on job site
While there are dangers in all types of workplaces, people working at construction sites often face more significant risks. In addition to construction accidents caused by heavy machinery and falls, there are risks created by working with electricity. Unfortunately,...
California construction accidents: Man dies of crush injuries
Construction workers in California and across the country face many risks. These include the risks from falls or injury as a result of the large pieces of equipment that are used to complete the necessary jobs, as well as many other dangers that could potentially...
Construction accidents: California worker killed in fall
Tourists from all over the world often travel to view buildings that are feats of engineering and architecture. While marveling over these accomplishments, many are unaware of the costs of building them. These costs are not simply the money that goes into building...
Construction injury sends worker to hospital
Because of the type of equipment used, construction workers in California face the risk of serious workplace accidents. While employers can take action to protect workers, these accidents may still occur. A recent incident that happened out-of-state involved a track...
Construction accidents: Man dies after struck by steel
Construction workers face many risks as they go through their workday. In addition to the risks of falls when working at heights, they must be aware of heavy machinery and materials. Unfortunately, many workers in California and across the country become victims of...
Construction accidents: Man killed when crane overturns
Many people in California are unaware of the many risks that construction workers face as they complete their job-related tasks. Because of the size of the equipment and the potential for falls, construction accidents often leave family members coping with the...
Construction accidents: Man killed in trench collapse
People in California face potentially unexpected and hidden dangers in their everyday lives. Many of these dangers arise in their places of employment. Because of the potential for harm in the workplace, states require employers to provide workers' compensation...
Fatal construction accidents increase in 2014
Employers in California and across the county, as well as organizations such as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, continue to work to help protect the safety of workers. While the total number of work-related fatalities has decreased over the course...

