In the construction industry, falls are the leading cause of accidental deaths. In 2020, there were about 350 fatal falls compared to the 1,000 fatal construction accidents. On a job site, you have every right to expect safety. The project manager or employer must...
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Construction Accidents
Can you return to work after a TBI?
Despite suffering a traumatic brain injury in Nebraska, you may have a strong desire to return to work. However, the uncertainty you feel as a result of your condition might rattle your confidence. Your recovery and the process whereby you return to work will look...
What are the complications of an SCI?
Spinal cord injuries are common in construction accidents where a person falls from a height or has a struck-by injury. SCIs include any damage to your spinal cord or the nerves in the spinal canal. Generally, an SCI will cause permanent alterations to your sensation...
What injuries can falling objects cause?
While working on a construction site, some chances for potential injury may seem obvious at first glance. However, falling hammers or tools can also easily harm you just as much as scaffolding collapses or overexertion. Learning about how falling objects can hurt you...
How does marijuana impact workers’ compensation?
The legalization of marijuana in many areas is creating some trouble for workers’ compensation. There are questions about whether the program will pay for the treatment with medical marijuana or if they will cover claims when an employee tests positive for marijuana...
How a TBI can affect a construction worker following the accident
Workers may be at high risk of severe injuries in the construction industry, particularly when project managers do not comply with safety regulations. According to the CDC, construction workers have one of the highest risks of TBI compared to workers in other...
Avoiding a deadly trench collapse
As construction season comes into the year’s home stretch throughout Nebraska, many companies will attempt to quickly ramp up new projects or speed through existing ones before the weather inevitably turns bad. Through all this, ensuring the continued safety of all...
What are the biggest safety hazards in manufacturing?
A variety of manufacturing outfits help to keep the economy of Omaha strong. However, working in manufacturing involves some inherent hazards that can put you at risk for injury. Your employer has a responsibility to manage these risks to make your workplace as safe...
How can improperly built scaffolding harm workers?
A rickety work platform can easily come crashing to the ground without any warning. Using proper building techniques for scaffolding is important for anyone in a construction crew. These elevated platforms can break down and cause serious injuries if workers are not...
How can scaffolding seriously endanger workers?
While working on a construction site, you may be unaware of the many hidden dangers that scaffolding presents for workers. Knowing how to properly construct and use a scaffold can help keep you and your fellow employees safe. Inability to hold the required weight...
