In Texas and elsewhere, going to work can be a dangerous endeavor. Jobs in the construction sector are particularly high-risk. Sometimes, trying to finish a job quickly and on schedule can leave workers facing safety hazards, recently illustrated by a news story about...
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5 facts about deadly crane accidents
Few images capture the immense scale of construction work like that of a tall crane rising into the sky, seemingly peering over the horizon. It is a visual that will grab anyone’s attention. Yet for construction workers, this scene represents something else: potential...
Austin crane collision underscores the importance of safety compliance
Safety regulations are not an impediment to doing business. They exist to protect the individuals who are being asked to do the actual, difficult work. This is particularly relevant in the construction industry, where one small slip-up can mean the difference between...
Crane Collision In Austin Leaves 20+ Injured
More than 20 workers at a construction site in Austin, Texas, were injured when two towering cranes collided. The collision occurred on Wednesday morning, September 16. Far below the cranes, the workers scattered for safety, which also contributed to some of the...
Injuries from unavoidably unsafe products in the workplace
Some individuals have job duties that require them to use dangerous equipment. While manufacturers usually take steps to ensure that these products are as safe as possible, there are some products that can't be made fully safe. These are known as unavoidably unsafe...
Defective product injuries can lead to third-party lawsuits
It is the duty of product manufacturers to think about the risks of their products, so they can take steps to reduce those risks for consumers. In the case of items that are marketed to businesses, they must ensure that the products are safe for use by workers. When...
Third-party claims are possible for defective tool injuries
Any worker who is using power tools needs to ensure that they understand the proper way to use those tools. This can help to increase their safety, but it doesn't completely eliminate the risks of the equipment.There is always a chance that a critical safety component...
Dealing with work-related depression
It is widely recognized that a wide range of injuries and conditions might force you to take time away from your job in San Antonio; depression, however, may not be one of them. Many may not view depression as being a debilitating condition, and instead believe it to...
Risks associated with working on or near scaffolding
Working on scaffolding involves inherent risks, and if you are among the many people across Texas who make their living in construction or a similar industry, you may frequently rely on these temporary platforms so you can perform certain work-related duties. At...
Forklift operator fatally injured in workplace accident
When people are tasked with performing physical jobs at their work in Texas, they often receive extensive training to help them better understand the requirements of their job and how to perform them safely. Adjusting to the use of required safety gear and protocols...