Construction Accidents – An Unfortunate Product of the Building Boom – by Tim Penn

The early part of the 20th Century saw the United States enjoy an unprecedented building boom, both for residential and commercial properties. This was obviously a benefit to the overall economy, as more people own homes and commercial property now than ever before. Owning property is one of the safest and most reliable investments available for many reasons, but there was also an upswing in one unfortunate variable in regards to this boom – a distinct rise in construction accidents.

Below is a look at some of the construction accidents that have occurred with alarming frequency in recent years, but you also need to understand that if you’ve been injured in a construction accident, you need to contact a construction injury lawyer as soon as possible to schedule an initial consultation.

Construction Falls
Statistics compiled by the government show that on average, more than 1,200 construction workers are killed every year in the United States, and this industry also leads the way in terms of workplace injuries. The same statistical compilation that was formulated by the Bureau of Labor Statistics showed that the most common type of construction worker injury is the fall, and that makes sense.

Construction workers are required to climb upon structures that are not stable in order to complete certain aspects of a building job, and certain situations and occurrences lead to a construction worker falling from extremely dangerous heights. This also falls in line with the fact that the most common construction worker injury is to the back, as the back is what normally takes the brunt of a fall.

Scaffolding Worker Injury
Another extremely common construction worker injury is the scaffolding worker injury, and this, too, was one of the leading causes of missed work time and serious injuries within the construction industry. Scaffolding is often built with only a temporary means of access in mind, and as a result these structures are often unstable in nature. Therefore, the types of construction accidents that can occur include falling from the scaffolding, head injuries from falling debris from the top of the scaffolding and a plethora of “other” injuries that result from the collapse of the scaffolding.

Welding Injury
Every year, more than 10,000 people are injured as a result of a welding accident. Welding is an inherently hazardous duty to perform, and as you may guess, the leading type of construction injuries that occur as a result of welding is an injury to the eye or eyes. Welding guns produce heat that tops 1,000 degrees, which means that this flame or heat causes serious injuries when making contact with the eyes.
Of course, there are many other causes and types of construction worker injuries. If you have been injured on the job, you may have the right to file a construction accident lawsuit. Contact a construction injury lawyer today to get the process of protecting and enforcing your rights started.

Learn more about construction construction accident
then visit www.resource4constructionsiteaccidents.com
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Your Guide To Scaffolding: Choosing The Right Type And Deciding Whether To Rent Or Buy, Part 1 – by Adrian Adams

Regardless if you are under contract to build a 10-story luxury hotel for the Marriott or you simply want to do a roofing or structural repair on your home, it is imperative to have some rudimentary knowledgeable about scaffolding. Scaffoldings are structures that are temporarily erected for repair, construction or decoration of commercial buildings, homes or other edifices. Not only is it important to purchase or rent the correct type of scaffolding to insure that the job is done correctly, but also to maintain the safety of the construction workers employed on the job. It is estimated that 65% of those employed in the construction industry frequently work on scaffolds. Therefore, it should not be surprising that some of the most common accidents on worksites involve injuries incurred on or related to scaffolds.

Scaffolds are erected of easily assembled structures of steel or timber. On these frameworks, working platforms are placed for easy accessibility to high elevations of a building or other structure under construction or repair. There are two primary categories of scaffolding, fixed and mobile.

Fixed Scaffolds

Fixed scaffolds are constructed alongside a building and can be either independent or putlog. The independent scaffold has standards or uprights on both sides of its working platforms. This allows the independent scaffold to remain upright without support from the building under construction or repair.

The putlog scaffold has standards or uprights along its outer edges, but its inner side is supported by the structure or building itself. Putlogs have flattened ends that are placed between courses of brickwork in the building or edifice to add support. The putlogs are used to support a working platform. Independent scaffolds should also be secured or tied to the structure under repair or construction at various intervals to lend support to its overall stability.

Mobile Scaffolds

A mobile scaffold is a type of freestanding independent scaffold. It is mounted on castors or wheels that swivel and allow the scaffold to be easily moved from location to location.

Suspended or Swingstage Scaffold

A suspended or swingstage scaffold has a platform that can be raised or lowered. An example of a suspended scaffold are those commonly used as a means to wash the outer windows on highrises.

Hanging Bracket Scaffold

Hanging bracket scaffolds may have horizontal structures that are supported by the floors of the building or other edifice under construction or repair. These scaffolds should be designed by an engineer and include load testing and other safety measures.

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Glasgow Company Wins Prestigious UK Construction Award – by Julie Scott

Glasgow scaffolding/access company, Turner Access Ltd., was announced as The Access and Scaffolding Specialist of the Year for Specialists in Construction Awards 2005. Govan, Scotland (PRWEB) April 28, 2005 – Glasgow Company, Turner Access Ltd., was announced as the winner of the Access and Scaffolding Specialist of the Year, a prestigious Specialists in Construction Award 2005, on April 19. The company, employing 129 people, is based in Govan and is the major manufacturer of scaffolding and access equipment in Scotland. Gary Gallagher, Managing Director of Turner Access Ltd., said, “We don’t beat them at football or rugby anymore but Scotland is top for Scaffolding and Access.” The company was nominated largely because of their innovative access solution to the problems of strengthening the Tinsley Viaduct, Sheffield, a two-tier bridge with the M1 on the top tier and the A631 running underneath on the bottom tier. Throughout the past two and a half years, Turner Access Ltd. have been responsible for providing what are the two longest single working platforms ever built (now claimed as an official world record), each one measuring 1km long by 35m wide. At a time when health and safety in the construction industry is under the microscope and with the release of the new Working at Height Regulations on April 6, the Tinsley project has a virtually unblemished safety record. As of March 2005, over two and a half million man-hours had gone into the project, an average of 35,000 hours per week. There have been no serious accidents and it has been over 1.4 million hours since there was a lost time accident. Turner Access, using Safespan® and PlusEight® system scaffolding, have been integral in the project winning RoSPA awards, a Working Well Together award, and have contributed significantly toward The Specialists in Construction Awards 2005 award won by this project. Safety has been the primary concern throughout and Turner Access leads the industry with innovative ideas to keep not only the user of the platforms safe but also the scaffolding/access installer. One of Turner Access’ products, PlusGard®, an advanced guardrail, was a finalist in the Quality in Construction Awards 2004. The judges commented, “This one product could make a huge difference to safety on just about every site in the UK”. The success of the Tinsley Viaduct contract has helped to create jobs in the Glasgow area, and the implementation of new projects using these award-winning systems is anticipated to have a positive impact on future employment. Contact: Julie Scott Turner Access Ltd. 0141 309 5555

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Scaffolding Accidents in the UK – by Julian Hall

We all know how hazardous shoddy scaffolding can be. Insecure bracing, poor materials, unsafe construction, lack of attention to safety board regulations – all lead to scaffolding accidents all over the UK.

An estimated 2.3 million construction workers, or 65 percent of the construction industry, work on scaffolds frequently. Protecting these workers from scaffold-related accidents may prevent some of the 4,500 injuries and 50 deaths every year, which cost employers £90 million in workdays lost. In a recent BLS study, 72 percent of workers injured in scaffold accidents attributed the accident either to the planking or support giving way, or to the employee slipping or being struck by a falling object.

There are lawyers that are very experienced in scaffolding and understand the rules and regulations that are applied to them. If you find you’re the one of the many that has had a scaffolding injury, then you should seek legal aid as soon as possible. The lawyers will sometimes evaluate your case for free and tell you if you are justified in suing the company.

Base plates and mud sills are required on scaffolding. The surface where the mud sills are placed must be capable of keeping the scaffolding in place. Another essential component is the scaffold ties. After the first tie is attached properly, then subsequent ties should be attached safely. The height of these subsequent ties should not be more than twenty-six feet. You must also put ties at horizontal intervals, which doesn’t exceed thirty feet, and all ties should be able to stand up to a push or pull of 2500 pounds of weight. Even with this additional ties may be necessary to ensure your safety on the scaffolding.

Whether a worker on a construction site or a builder, if you’ve been the victim of unsafe scaffolding then waste no time in contacting Claims Master Group today and start the ball rolling with your Compensation Claim for a Scaffolding Accident in the UK.

What can Claims Master Group help with?

Claims for scaffolding accidents caused by insecure bracing

Claims for scaffolding accidents caused by poor materials

Claims for scaffolding accidents caused by unsafe construction

Claims for scaffolding accidents caused lack of attention to safety board regulations

Claiming compensation for scaffolding accidents caused by improper erection

*********************************************************************

If you need advice or would just like to speak to someone, please don’t hesitate to give Claims Master Group a call on 08000 71 22 71.

The Personal Injury, Accident Claim, No Win No Fee, Scaffolding Accidents in the UK specialists.

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Scaffolding Accidents in the UK – by Julian Hall

We all know how hazardous shoddy scaffolding can be. Insecure bracing, poor materials, unsafe construction, lack of attention to safety board regulations – all lead to scaffolding accidents all over the UK.

An estimated 2.3 million construction workers, or 65 percent of the construction industry, work on scaffolds frequently. Protecting these workers from scaffold-related accidents may prevent some of the 4,500 injuries and 50 deaths every year, which cost employers £90 million in workdays lost. In a recent BLS study, 72 percent of workers injured in scaffold accidents attributed the accident either to the planking or support giving way, or to the employee slipping or being struck by a falling object.

There are lawyers that are very experienced in scaffolding and understand the rules and regulations that are applied to them. If you find you’re the one of the many that has had a scaffolding injury, then you should seek legal aid as soon as possible. The lawyers will sometimes evaluate your case for free and tell you if you are justified in suing the company.

Base plates and mud sills are required on scaffolding. The surface where the mud sills are placed must be capable of keeping the scaffolding in place. Another essential component is the scaffold ties. After the first tie is attached properly, then subsequent ties should be attached safely. The height of these subsequent ties should not be more than twenty-six feet. You must also put ties at horizontal intervals, which doesn’t exceed thirty feet, and all ties should be able to stand up to a push or pull of 2500 pounds of weight. Even with this additional ties may be necessary to ensure your safety on the scaffolding.

Whether a worker on a construction site or a builder, if you’ve been the victim of unsafe scaffolding then waste no time in contacting Claims Master Group today and start the ball rolling with your Compensation Claim for a Scaffolding Accident in the UK.

What can Claims Master Group help with?

Claims for scaffolding accidents caused by insecure bracing

Claims for scaffolding accidents caused by poor materials

Claims for scaffolding accidents caused by unsafe construction

Claims for scaffolding accidents caused lack of attention to safety board regulations

Claiming compensation for scaffolding accidents caused by improper erection

*********************************************************************

If you need advice or would just like to speak to someone, please don’t hesitate to give Claims Master Group a call on 08000 71 22 71.

The Personal Injury, Accident Claim, No Win No Fee, Scaffolding Accidents in the UK specialists.

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Your Guide To Scaffolding: Choosing The Right Type And Deciding Whether To Rent Or Buy, Part 1 – by Adrian Adams

Regardless if you are under contract to build a 10-story luxury hotel for the Marriott or you simply want to do a roofing or structural repair on your home, it is imperative to have some rudimentary knowledgeable about scaffolding. Scaffoldings are structures that are temporarily erected for repair, construction or decoration of commercial buildings, homes or other edifices. Not only is it important to purchase or rent the correct type of scaffolding to insure that the job is done correctly, but also to maintain the safety of the construction workers employed on the job. It is estimated that 65% of those employed in the construction industry frequently work on scaffolds. Therefore, it should not be surprising that some of the most common accidents on worksites involve injuries incurred on or related to scaffolds.

Scaffolds are erected of easily assembled structures of steel or timber. On these frameworks, working platforms are placed for easy accessibility to high elevations of a building or other structure under construction or repair. There are two primary categories of scaffolding, fixed and mobile.

Fixed Scaffolds

Fixed scaffolds are constructed alongside a building and can be either independent or putlog. The independent scaffold has standards or uprights on both sides of its working platforms. This allows the independent scaffold to remain upright without support from the building under construction or repair.

The putlog scaffold has standards or uprights along its outer edges, but its inner side is supported by the structure or building itself. Putlogs have flattened ends that are placed between courses of brickwork in the building or edifice to add support. The putlogs are used to support a working platform. Independent scaffolds should also be secured or tied to the structure under repair or construction at various intervals to lend support to its overall stability.

Mobile Scaffolds

A mobile scaffold is a type of freestanding independent scaffold. It is mounted on castors or wheels that swivel and allow the scaffold to be easily moved from location to location.

Suspended or Swingstage Scaffold

A suspended or swingstage scaffold has a platform that can be raised or lowered. An example of a suspended scaffold are those commonly used as a means to wash the outer windows on highrises.

Hanging Bracket Scaffold

Hanging bracket scaffolds may have horizontal structures that are supported by the floors of the building or other edifice under construction or repair. These scaffolds should be designed by an engineer and include load testing and other safety measures.

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Glasgow Company Wins Prestigious UK Construction Award – by Julie Scott

Glasgow scaffolding/access company, Turner Access Ltd., was announced as The Access and Scaffolding Specialist of the Year for Specialists in Construction Awards 2005. Govan, Scotland (PRWEB) April 28, 2005 – Glasgow Company, Turner Access Ltd., was announced as the winner of the Access and Scaffolding Specialist of the Year, a prestigious Specialists in Construction Award 2005, on April 19. The company, employing 129 people, is based in Govan and is the major manufacturer of scaffolding and access equipment in Scotland. Gary Gallagher, Managing Director of Turner Access Ltd., said, “We don’t beat them at football or rugby anymore but Scotland is top for Scaffolding and Access.” The company was nominated largely because of their innovative access solution to the problems of strengthening the Tinsley Viaduct, Sheffield, a two-tier bridge with the M1 on the top tier and the A631 running underneath on the bottom tier. Throughout the past two and a half years, Turner Access Ltd. have been responsible for providing what are the two longest single working platforms ever built (now claimed as an official world record), each one measuring 1km long by 35m wide. At a time when health and safety in the construction industry is under the microscope and with the release of the new Working at Height Regulations on April 6, the Tinsley project has a virtually unblemished safety record. As of March 2005, over two and a half million man-hours had gone into the project, an average of 35,000 hours per week. There have been no serious accidents and it has been over 1.4 million hours since there was a lost time accident. Turner Access, using Safespan® and PlusEight® system scaffolding, have been integral in the project winning RoSPA awards, a Working Well Together award, and have contributed significantly toward The Specialists in Construction Awards 2005 award won by this project. Safety has been the primary concern throughout and Turner Access leads the industry with innovative ideas to keep not only the user of the platforms safe but also the scaffolding/access installer. One of Turner Access’ products, PlusGard®, an advanced guardrail, was a finalist in the Quality in Construction Awards 2004. The judges commented, “This one product could make a huge difference to safety on just about every site in the UK”. The success of the Tinsley Viaduct contract has helped to create jobs in the Glasgow area, and the implementation of new projects using these award-winning systems is anticipated to have a positive impact on future employment. Contact: Julie Scott Turner Access Ltd. 0141 309 5555

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Scaffolding Accidents in the UK – by Julian Hall

We all know how hazardous shoddy scaffolding can be. Insecure bracing, poor materials, unsafe construction, lack of attention to safety board regulations – all lead to scaffolding accidents all over the UK.

An estimated 2.3 million construction workers, or 65 percent of the construction industry, work on scaffolds frequently. Protecting these workers from scaffold-related accidents may prevent some of the 4,500 injuries and 50 deaths every year, which cost employers £90 million in workdays lost. In a recent BLS study, 72 percent of workers injured in scaffold accidents attributed the accident either to the planking or support giving way, or to the employee slipping or being struck by a falling object.

There are lawyers that are very experienced in scaffolding and understand the rules and regulations that are applied to them. If you find you’re the one of the many that has had a scaffolding injury, then you should seek legal aid as soon as possible. The lawyers will sometimes evaluate your case for free and tell you if you are justified in suing the company.

Base plates and mud sills are required on scaffolding. The surface where the mud sills are placed must be capable of keeping the scaffolding in place. Another essential component is the scaffold ties. After the first tie is attached properly, then subsequent ties should be attached safely. The height of these subsequent ties should not be more than twenty-six feet. You must also put ties at horizontal intervals, which doesn’t exceed thirty feet, and all ties should be able to stand up to a push or pull of 2500 pounds of weight. Even with this additional ties may be necessary to ensure your safety on the scaffolding.

Whether a worker on a construction site or a builder, if you’ve been the victim of unsafe scaffolding then waste no time in contacting Claims Master Group today and start the ball rolling with your Compensation Claim for a Scaffolding Accident in the UK.

What can Claims Master Group help with?

Claims for scaffolding accidents caused by insecure bracing

Claims for scaffolding accidents caused by poor materials

Claims for scaffolding accidents caused by unsafe construction

Claims for scaffolding accidents caused lack of attention to safety board regulations

Claiming compensation for scaffolding accidents caused by improper erection

*********************************************************************

If you need advice or would just like to speak to someone, please don’t hesitate to give Claims Master Group a call on 08000 71 22 71.

The Personal Injury, Accident Claim, No Win No Fee, Scaffolding Accidents in the UK specialists.

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Construction Accidents – An Unfortunate Product of the Building Boom – by Tim Penn

The early part of the 20th Century saw the United States enjoy an unprecedented building boom, both for residential and commercial properties. This was obviously a benefit to the overall economy, as more people own homes and commercial property now than ever before. Owning property is one of the safest and most reliable investments available for many reasons, but there was also an upswing in one unfortunate variable in regards to this boom – a distinct rise in construction accidents.

Below is a look at some of the construction accidents that have occurred with alarming frequency in recent years, but you also need to understand that if you’ve been injured in a construction accident, you need to contact a construction injury lawyer as soon as possible to schedule an initial consultation.

Construction Falls
Statistics compiled by the government show that on average, more than 1,200 construction workers are killed every year in the United States, and this industry also leads the way in terms of workplace injuries. The same statistical compilation that was formulated by the Bureau of Labor Statistics showed that the most common type of construction worker injury is the fall, and that makes sense.

Construction workers are required to climb upon structures that are not stable in order to complete certain aspects of a building job, and certain situations and occurrences lead to a construction worker falling from extremely dangerous heights. This also falls in line with the fact that the most common construction worker injury is to the back, as the back is what normally takes the brunt of a fall.

Scaffolding Worker Injury
Another extremely common construction worker injury is the scaffolding worker injury, and this, too, was one of the leading causes of missed work time and serious injuries within the construction industry. Scaffolding is often built with only a temporary means of access in mind, and as a result these structures are often unstable in nature. Therefore, the types of construction accidents that can occur include falling from the scaffolding, head injuries from falling debris from the top of the scaffolding and a plethora of “other” injuries that result from the collapse of the scaffolding.

Welding Injury
Every year, more than 10,000 people are injured as a result of a welding accident. Welding is an inherently hazardous duty to perform, and as you may guess, the leading type of construction injuries that occur as a result of welding is an injury to the eye or eyes. Welding guns produce heat that tops 1,000 degrees, which means that this flame or heat causes serious injuries when making contact with the eyes.
Of course, there are many other causes and types of construction worker injuries. If you have been injured on the job, you may have the right to file a construction accident lawsuit. Contact a construction injury lawyer today to get the process of protecting and enforcing your rights started.

Learn more about construction construction accident
then visit www.resource4constructionsiteaccidents.com
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Your Guide To Scaffolding: Choosing The Right Type And Deciding Whether To Rent Or Buy, Part 1 – by Adrian Adams

Regardless if you are under contract to build a 10-story luxury hotel for the Marriott or you simply want to do a roofing or structural repair on your home, it is imperative to have some rudimentary knowledgeable about scaffolding. Scaffoldings are structures that are temporarily erected for repair, construction or decoration of commercial buildings, homes or other edifices. Not only is it important to purchase or rent the correct type of scaffolding to insure that the job is done correctly, but also to maintain the safety of the construction workers employed on the job. It is estimated that 65% of those employed in the construction industry frequently work on scaffolds. Therefore, it should not be surprising that some of the most common accidents on worksites involve injuries incurred on or related to scaffolds.

Scaffolds are erected of easily assembled structures of steel or timber. On these frameworks, working platforms are placed for easy accessibility to high elevations of a building or other structure under construction or repair. There are two primary categories of scaffolding, fixed and mobile.

Fixed Scaffolds

Fixed scaffolds are constructed alongside a building and can be either independent or putlog. The independent scaffold has standards or uprights on both sides of its working platforms. This allows the independent scaffold to remain upright without support from the building under construction or repair.

The putlog scaffold has standards or uprights along its outer edges, but its inner side is supported by the structure or building itself. Putlogs have flattened ends that are placed between courses of brickwork in the building or edifice to add support. The putlogs are used to support a working platform. Independent scaffolds should also be secured or tied to the structure under repair or construction at various intervals to lend support to its overall stability.

Mobile Scaffolds

A mobile scaffold is a type of freestanding independent scaffold. It is mounted on castors or wheels that swivel and allow the scaffold to be easily moved from location to location.

Suspended or Swingstage Scaffold

A suspended or swingstage scaffold has a platform that can be raised or lowered. An example of a suspended scaffold are those commonly used as a means to wash the outer windows on highrises.

Hanging Bracket Scaffold

Hanging bracket scaffolds may have horizontal structures that are supported by the floors of the building or other edifice under construction or repair. These scaffolds should be designed by an engineer and include load testing and other safety measures.

Find Low Cost Scaffold & Scaffolding at http://www.scaffoldmart.com/

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