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Fall From a Ladder
New York City Construction Accident Attorneys
New York City construction sites and workplaces pose many risks to the workers. One of the major causes of workplace accidents is a fall from a ladder.
Falls from a ladder are a major cause of injury or death. According to the Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA), falls are the leading cause of death in construction and comprise almost one-third of those deaths.
The CDC through the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reports that in 2020 there were 22,710 workplace ladder-related injuries. Construction and maintenance work had the highest rate of ladder-related injuries.
Causes of Ladder-Related Falls
According to NIOSH some of the major causes of ladder-related falls are incorrect extension ladder set-up angle, inappropriate ladder selection, insufficient ladder inspection, improper ladder use – overreaching or carrying objects – lack of access to ladder safety tools and information.
Preventing a Fall from a Ladder
To prevent a fall from a ladder, OSHA recommends the following:
- Use the right ladder for the job.
- Wear non-slip flat shoes.
- Secure the base of the ladder.
- Place the ladder on stable and level ground.
- Ensure that the ladder is fully extended before starting work.
- Do not work on the top rung of the ladder.
- Use cones to block off the work area accident.
- Maintain three points of contact with the ladder at all times.
- Do not carry any tools or materials in your hands when climbing a ladder.
- Do not lean away from the ladder to carry out your task.
- Do not use ladders near doorways. If you need to use a ladder near a doorway, make sure that the door is locked.
Injured in a New York City Fall from a Ladder?
You should seek immediate medical care and treatment if you are injured in a ladder-related fall at a New York City construction site or workplace. Also, be sure to report the accident to your employer as soon as possible.
You will be entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits that will cover medical expenses and a portion of lost wages. In addition, you may be entitled to bring a “third-party” claim if someone other than a co-employee negligently caused your workplace accident-related injuries.
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