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Winter Weather Makes Construction Work Extra Dangerous
Construction in New York never stops. Even during the worst possible weather, work will continue on new structures and renovations alike. The brave people who work in construction can often take jobs year-round. Construction workers face dangers in any season, but winter weather can make…
Contractor Cited, Fined After New York Crane Collapse Injures 2
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited a contractor after two employees were seriously injured at a New York City job site last summer. OSHA has proposed penalties of $155,204 for the St. Louis-based contractor. In the accident, a mini crane was unsecured,…
A Reminder For New York Pedestrians: Follow The Rules Of The Road
The streets of Long Island are crowded. The streets of New York City are crowded. Whether you’re a pedestrian or a driver, they’re tough to navigate, aren’t they? It doesn’t hurt to be reminded every so often about the rules of the road as a…
Common Causes Of Ladder Accidents At Work
Your profession may call for you to regularly use a ladder. For example, roofers use ladders all day long. The same holds true for painters and construction workers. While using a ladder makes your job much easier, it also increases the risk of a serious…
Discovering And Ending Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
The atrocities that occur in some nursing homes are ones that no resident should ever have to endure. Sometimes, the people who are living in these horrible conditions don’t speak up because they don’t want to cause problems. They might think they are burdens and…
What To Do If You Spot A Drunk Driver
Even if you personally understand how important it is to avoid drinking and driving, you should never assume that every other driver will take the same level of care. Despite the safety risks and potential for serious criminal charges, there will always be people who…
Take Care Not To Give Dangerous Toys This Holiday Season
As you hit the mall to finish up that last-minute holiday shopping for all the special kids in your life, you’ll want to check the annual report of dangerous toys from the U.S. Public Interest Research Group. The report, called “Trouble in Toyland,” details dangers…
There Are Many Safety Hazards On Construction Sites
When you think about construction site deaths and catastrophic industries, what comes to mind? Most people answer falls from height, building site collapses or some kind of mechanical failures that put workers in harm’s way. But in reality, construction sites are inherently dangerous workplaces, and disasters and…
Follow This Guide To Stay Safe On New York Roads This Holiday
There’s a lot going on during the December holidays. New York can see snow and other winter hazards. Combine the seasonal bustle with the possibility of poor driving conditions, and the chance of accidents in what should be the most joyous time of the year…
2 Supervisors Indicted After Injuries To New York Workers
Two men have been indicted on criminal charges in connection with a construction accident that left two workers with life-changing injuries. The two men who were indicted were crew bosses who instructed employees to use a rented crane at a New York City job site…
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