The most common construction injury is also the most common injury reported for Worker’s Compensation claims — Falls.
Falls are sited as the most dangerous and most prevalent accident occurring in all industries.
Falls in the construction industry can be a little more severe as an article in the New York Times reported. The news story discussed how two men were charged with compromising security when they cut off the guard rail of a platform where later another construction worker fell to his death. The worker was also not wearing his safety harness.
For more information about the types of construction injuries, read Types of Construction Injuries.
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