There was a construction accident in New Haven, Connecticut on June 2, 2023. According to reports, an under-construction residential building collapsed. Eight workers were taken a local hospital following the incident. At the time of the incident, concrete was...
Excavators are powerful machines designed to handle heavy loads and challenging tasks on construction sites. However, overloading an excavator can lead to severe accidents, resulting in significant injuries or fatalities. Understanding the causes of accidents due to...
There was a crane collapse in Delray Beach, Florida on June 1, 2023. According to reports, the crane toppled over at the project. Four workers were injured in the accident. The cause of the accident remains under investigation. There have been a number of recent...
Highway construction workers are essential to the upkeep and development of our roadways, but their jobs come with significant risks. One of the most critical and specific dangers they face is the threat of fatigue. This article explores the risks associated with...
Cherry pickers, also known as boom lifts, are critical tools for performing various tasks at height on construction sites. While they provide essential access and flexibility, their stability is a major concern due to the high risk of tip-overs, which can result in...
There was a deadly construction accident in Leroy Township, Michigan on May 25, 2023. According to reports, a construction flagger was hit by a car while directing traffic. The worker was taken a local hospital where he was pronounced dead. Our thoughts and prayers...
There was a crane collapse in Atlanta, Georgia on May 22, 2023. During the incident, a crane partially collapsed. It is unclear what caused the failure. At the time, the crane was not moving a load. The crane's counterweight fell into the under construction...
There was a deadly construction collapse in Conroe, Texas on May 23, 2023. According to reports, a house under construction collapsed during a storm. Two workers were killed, and at least seven injured. The house was being built in Ladera Creek Trace Subdivision. ...
In industrial and construction environments, the removal of steel grating can create significant hazards, particularly the risk of fall injuries. One of the most effective preventive measures to mitigate these risks is the installation of safety barriers around...
There was a deadly accident in Phoenix, Arizona on May 18, 2023. According to reports, a semi-truck crashed in a construction zone along Interstate 10. The semi-truck collided with a boom lift that was crossing the roadway at the time. The worker was thrown from...