Construction accidents can result in severe injuries when worksite safety protocols are ignored or improperly followed. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulates construction site safety through 29 CFR 1910, setting industry standards for hazard prevention. These include:
- Proper worksite guarding and barricading
- Lockout/tagout procedures
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements
- Hazard warnings and labeling for dangerous materials
- Crane safety protocols and load rigging procedures
- Regular safety inspections and site assessments
- Mandatory construction worksite safety meetings
However, contractors and site managers have a legal duty to go beyond OSHA regulations to ensure worker safety. When they fail to do so, serious injuries occur.
Common Construction Site Hazards Leading to Injuries
Workers at construction sites face numerous risks daily. Some of the most common causes of construction accidents in Green Bay include:
- Falls from heights (scaffolds, ladders, roofs, and elevated platforms)
- Exposure to toxic substances (asbestos, silica dust, hazardous fumes)
- Electrocution hazards (overhead and underground power lines, faulty wiring)
- Fires and explosions (gas leaks, improper handling of flammable materials)
- Machinery and equipment failures (forklifts, cranes, aerial lifts, defective tools)
- Trench collapses and excavation hazards
- Falling objects and debris (improperly secured materials)
If you’ve suffered an injury due to any of these hazards, you may be entitled to compensation beyond workers’ compensation, including third-party claims against negligent contractors, equipment manufacturers, or property owners.
What Are Your Legal Options After a Construction Accident?
Workers in high-risk trades, such as pipefitters, plumbers, carpenters, welders, machinists, laborers, and mechanics, face dangerous conditions every day. At Schwaba Law Firm, we have successfully secured significant recoveries for injured construction workers who were harmed by negligence, including:
- Crane accidents and rigging failures
- Electrical hazards and power line injuries
- Falls due to lack of proper safety equipment
- Injuries caused by defective construction equipment
If you were injured on a construction site, don’t settle for less than you deserve. Contact Schwaba Law Firm today for a free consultation, and let us help you recover the compensation you need to move forward after your work injury.
