If you or a loved one suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to another party’s actions, you may be entitled to compensation for those losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered a personal injury or financial loss due to a car accident in Chicago, IL – you may be entitled to compensation for those damages.
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If you or a loved one have suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to a truck accident in Chicago, IL – you may qualify to take legal action to gain compensation for those injuries and losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident in Chicago or the greater Chicagoland area – you may be eligible to file a Chicago motorcycle accident lawsuit.
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If you have been involved in a bicycle accident in Chicago at no fault of your own and you suffered injuries as a result, you may qualify to file a Chicago bike accident lawsuit.
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Chicago is one of the nation’s largest construction centers.
Thousands of men and women work on sites across the city and metropolitan area on tasks ranging from skilled trades to administrative operations.
Unfortunately, construction site accidents are fairly common.
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Nursing homes and nursing facilities should provide a safe, supportive environment for senior citizens, with qualified staff, nurses, and aids administering quality care.
Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect can occur, leaving residents at risk and vulnerable.
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If you are a resident of Chicago, or the greater Chicagoland area, and you have a loved one who suffered a fatal injury due to another party’s negligence or malpractice – you may qualify to file a wrongful death lawsuit on your loved one’s behalf.
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If you have suffered a slip and fall injury in Chicago you may be eligible for compensation through legal action.
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When a child is injured at a daycare center, parents are left wondering who can be held liable, who to contact for legal help, and how a lawsuit may pan out for them.
If your child has suffered an injury at a daycare facility, you may be eligible to file a daycare injury lawsuit.
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If you or a loved one suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to another party’s actions, you may be entitled to compensation for those losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered a personal injury or financial loss due to a car accident in Edwardsville, IL – you may be entitled to compensation for those damages.
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If you or a loved one have suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to a truck accident in Edwardsville, IL – you may qualify to take legal action to gain compensation for those injuries and losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident in Edwardsville – you may be eligible to file an Edwardsville motorcycle accident lawsuit.
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If you have been involved in a bicycle accident in Edwardsville at no fault of your own and you suffered injuries as a result, you may qualify to file an Edwardsville bike accident lawsuit.
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Nursing homes and nursing facilities should provide a safe, supportive environment for senior citizens, with qualified staff, nurses, and aids administering quality care.
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If you are a resident of Edwardsville and you have a loved one who suffered a fatal injury due to another party’s negligence or malpractice – you may qualify to file a wrongful death lawsuit on your loved one’s behalf.
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If you have suffered a slip and fall injury in Edwardsville you may be eligible for compensation through legal action.
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When a child is injured at a daycare center, parents are left wondering who can be held liable, who to contact for legal help, and how a lawsuit may pan out for them.
If your child has suffered an injury at a daycare facility, you may be eligible to file a daycare injury lawsuit.
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If you or a loved one suffered injuries on someone else’s property in Edwardsville IL, you may be entitled to financial compensation.
If property owners fail to keep their premises safe, and their negligence leads to injuries, property damages or other losses as a result of an accident or incident, a premises liability lawsuit may be possible.
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If you or a loved one suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to another party’s actions, you may be entitled to compensation for those losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered a personal injury or financial loss due to a car accident in St. Louis, IL – you may be entitled to compensation for those damages.
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If you or a loved one have suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to a truck accident in St. Louis, IL – you may qualify to take legal action to gain compensation for those injuries and losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident in St. Louis or the greater St. Louis area – you may be eligible to file a St. Louis motorcycle accident lawsuit.
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If you have been involved in a bicycle accident in St. Louis at no fault of your own and you suffered injuries as a result, you may qualify to file a St. Louis bike accident lawsuit.
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St. Louis is one of the nation’s largest construction centers.
Thousands of men and women work on sites across the city and metropolitan area on tasks ranging from skilled trades to administrative operations.
Unfortunately, construction site accidents are fairly common.
Contact TorHoerman Law to discuss your legal options with an experienced St. Louis construction accident lawyer, free of charge and no obligation required.
Nursing homes and nursing facilities should provide a safe, supportive environment for senior citizens, with qualified staff, nurses, and aids administering quality care.
Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect can occur, leaving residents at risk and vulnerable.
Contact an experienced St. Louis nursing home abuse attorney from TorHoerman Law today for a free consultation to discuss your legal options.
If you are a resident of St. Louis, or the greater St. Louis area, and you have a loved one who suffered a fatal injury due to another party’s negligence or malpractice – you may qualify to file a wrongful death lawsuit on your loved one’s behalf.
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If you have suffered a slip and fall injury in St. Louis you may be eligible for compensation through legal action.
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When a child is injured at a daycare center, parents are left wondering who can be held liable, who to contact for legal help, and how a lawsuit may pan out for them.
If your child has suffered an injury at a daycare facility, you may be eligible to file a daycare injury lawsuit.
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Tepezza, approved by the FDA in 2020, is used to treat Thyroid Eye Disease (TED), but some patients have reported hearing issues after its use.
The Tepezza lawsuit claims that Horizon Therapeutics failed to warn patients about the potential risks and side effects of the drug, leading to hearing loss and other problems, such as tinnitus.
You may be eligible to file a Tepezza Lawsuit if you or a loved one took Tepezza and subsequently suffered permanent hearing loss or tinnitus.
Elmiron, a drug prescribed for interstitial cystitis, has been linked to serious eye damage and vision problems in scientific studies.
Thousands of Elmiron Lawsuits have been filed against Janssen Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer, alleging that the company failed to warn patients about the potential risks.
You may be eligible to file an Elmiron Lawsuit if you or a loved one took Elmiron and subsequently suffered vision loss, blindness, or any other eye injury linked to the prescription drug.
Suboxone, a medication often used to treat opioid use disorder (OUD), has become a vital tool which offers a safer and more controlled approach to managing opioid addiction.
Despite its widespread use, Suboxone has been linked to severe tooth decay and dental injuries.
Suboxone Tooth Decay Lawsuits claim that the companies failed to warn about the risks of tooth decay and other dental injuries associated with Suboxone sublingual films.
The chemotherapy drug Taxotere, commonly used for breast cancer treatment, has been linked to severe eye injuries, permanent vision loss, and permanent hair loss.
Taxotere Lawsuits are being filed by breast cancer patients and others who have taken the chemotherapy drug and subsequently developed vision problems.
If you or a loved one used Taxotere and subsequently developed vision damage or other related medical problems, you may be eligible to file a Taxotere Lawsuit and seek financial compensation.
Tylenol (Acetaminophen), one of the most popular over the counter medications for pain relief and high fever, has been associated with an increased risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and other developmental disorders in children exposed to Acetaminophen during pregnancy.
You may be eligible to file a Tylenol Autism ADHD Lawsuit / Acetaminophen Autism ADHD Claim if you or a loved one used Tylenol and/ or Acetaminophen during pregnancy, and your child was subsequently diagnosed with ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Recent scientific studies have found that the use of chemical hair straightening products, hair relaxers, and other hair products present an increased risk of uterine cancer, endometrial cancer, breast cancer, and other health problems.
Legal action is being taken against manufacturers and producers of these hair products for their failure to properly warn consumers of potential health risks.
You may be eligible to file a Hair Straightener Cancer Lawsuit if you or a loved one used chemical hair straighteners, hair relaxers, or other similar hair products, and subsequently were diagnosed with:
Nearly 200,000 Exactech hip, knee and ankle implants have been recalled due to packaging errors that can lead to the breakdown of parts vital to the device’s function.
Injuries related to recalled Exactech joint replacement devices may require patients to undergo revision surgery.
If you or a loved one suffered injuries from an Exactech implant device, you may be entitled to financial compensation by filing an Exactech Implant Lawsuit.
Patients with the PowerPort devices may possibly be at a higher risk of serious complications or injury due to a catheter failure, according to lawsuits filed against the manufacturers of the Bard PowerPort Device.
If you or a loved one have been injured by a Bard PowerPort Device, you may be eligible to file a Bard PowerPort Lawsuit and seek financial compensation.
The Paragard IUD, a non-hormonal birth control device, has been linked to serious complications, including device breakage during removal.
Numerous lawsuits have been filed against Teva Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer of Paragard, alleging that the company failed to warn about the potential risks.
If you or a loved one used a Paragard IUD and subsequently suffered complications and/or injuries, you may qualify for a Paragard Lawsuit.
Although pressure cookers were designed to be safe and easy to use, a number of these devices have been found to have a defect that can lead to excessive buildup of internal pressure.
The excessive pressure may result in an explosion that puts users at risk of serious injuries such as burns, lacerations, an even electrocution.
If your pressure cooker exploded and caused substantial burn injuries or other serious injuries, you may be eligible to file a Pressure Cooker Lawsuit and secure financial compensation for your injuries and damages.
Several studies have found a correlation between heavy social media use and mental health challenges, especially among younger users.
Social media harm lawsuits claim that social media companies are responsible for onsetting or heightening mental health problems, eating disorders, mood disorders, and other negative experiences of teens and children
You may be eligible to file a Social Media Mental Health Lawsuit if you are the parents of a teen, or teens, who attribute their use of social media platforms to their mental health problems.
Vaginal Mesh Lawsuits are being filed against manufacturers of transvaginal mesh products for injuries, pain and suffering, and financial costs related to complications and injuries of these medical devices.
Over 100,000 Transvaginal Mesh Lawsuits have been filed on behalf of women injured by vaginal mesh and pelvic mesh products.
If you or a loved one have suffered serious complications or injuries from vaginal mesh, you may be eligible to file a Vaginal Mesh Lawsuit.
Camp Lejeune, a military base in North Carolina, experienced water contamination between 1953 and 1987, exposing over one million residents to harmful chemicals.
The water contamination has been linked to various health issues, including cancers, birth defects, and other diseases — leading to the filing of the Camp Lejeune Lawsuit.
You may qualify for the Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit if you lived or worked at Camp Lejeune for 30+ days between August 1, 1953 and December 31, 1987 and have since suffered health effects from the decades of water contamination that occurred.
AFFF (Aqueous Film Forming Foam) is a firefighting foam that has been linked to various health issues, including cancer, due to its PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) content.
Numerous AFFF Lawsuits have been filed against AFFF manufacturers, alleging that they knew about the health risks but failed to warn the public.
AFFF Firefighting Foam lawsuits aim to hold manufacturers accountable for putting peoples’ health at risk.
You may be eligible to file an AFFF Lawsuit if you or a loved one was exposed to firefighting foam and subsequently developed cancer.
Paraquat, a widely-used herbicide, has been linked to Parkinson’s disease, leading to numerous Paraquat Parkinson’s Disease Lawsuits against its manufacturers for failing to warn about the risks of chronic exposure.
Due to its toxicity, the EPA has restricted the use of Paraquat and it is currently banned in over 30 countries.
You may be eligible to file a Paraquat Lawsuit if you or a loved one were exposed to Paraquat and subsequently diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease or other related health conditions.
Mesothelioma is an aggressive form of cancer primarily caused by exposure to asbestos.
Asbestos trust funds were established in the 1970s to compensate workers harmed by asbestos-containing products.
These funds are designed to pay out claims to those who developed mesothelioma or other asbestos-related diseases due to exposure.
Those exposed to asbestos and diagnosed with mesothelioma may be eligible to file a Mesothelioma Lawsuit.
PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls) are man-made chemicals that were widely used in various industries until they were banned in 1979 due to their toxic nature and potential health risks.
Exposure to PCBs can lead to serious health issues, including cancer, reproductive problems, and immune system disorders.
PCB Exposure Lawsuits claim that manufacturers knew about the dangers but failed to warn the public, leading to numerous PCB exposure settlements and verdicts in favor of the victims.
The Roundup Lawsuit claims that Monsanto’s popular weed killer, Roundup, causes cancer.
Numerous studies have linked the main ingredient, glyphosate, to Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Leukemia, and other Lymphatic cancers.
Despite this, Monsanto continues to deny these claims.
Victims of Roundup exposure who developed cancer are filing Roundup Lawsuits against Monsanto, seeking compensation for medical expenses, pain, and suffering.
Studies have found a link between toxic baby formula and Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) — a severe intestinal condition in premature infants.
Parents and guardians are filing NEC Lawsuits against baby formula manufacturers, alleging that the formulas contain harmful ingredients leading to NEC.
Despite the claims, Abbott and Mead Johnson deny the allegations, arguing that their products are thoroughly researched and dismissing the scientific evidence linking their formulas to NEC, while the FDA issued a warning to Abbott regarding safety concerns of a formula product.
You may be eligible to file a Toxic Baby Formula NEC Lawsuit if your child received baby bovine-based (cow’s milk) baby formula in the maternity ward or NICU of a hospital and was subsequently diagnosed with Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC).
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On this page, we’ll discuss Electrocution and Electrical Shocks on Construction Sites, how electrical injuries occur on construction sites, the different types of electrical injury and their potential long-term health effects, and much more.
The construction industry leads in occupational fatalities, with electrical injuries being one of the most frequent causes.
Electrocution occurs when a person’s body becomes part of an electrical circuit, causing a sudden release of energy that can result in severe or even fatal injury.
Stringent safety measures and regulations are in place to prevent electrical injuries on construction sites, but accidents can still happen due to human error, inadequate training, or faulty equipment.
When an electrical accident occurs at a construction site, the employer or site manager might be held responsible for not ensuring the safety of workers, primarily if it is found that proper safety measures were not taken or workers were not adequately trained.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an electrical accident on a construction site, our lawyers at TorHoerman Law can help you understand your legal options and fight for the compensation you deserve.
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Electric shock injuries occur when a person comes into contact with a live electrical source.
Depending on the voltage and duration of exposure, an electric shock injury can result in a wide range of physical and neurological damage.
These injuries can be life-threatening and require immediate medical attention.
This hazard is present in residential, commercial, and occupational places, making it a major concern for workers and individuals.
An electric shock occurs when a person makes skin contact with a violent electrical source, sending a sudden surge of electrical current through the body, which causes a shock.
The severity of the shock depends on several factors:
Symptoms of electric shock may vary depending on the severity and duration of the electrical current exposure.
The greater the voltage and duration of contact, the more severe the symptoms.
Common signs of electric shock include:
If someone is experiencing these symptoms after coming into contact with an electrical source, turn off the power source and seek immediate medical attention.
Experts categorize electric shock injuries in different ways.
Different types of electrical injuries can include:
Flash injuries occur without the electrical current entering the body and are caused by the heat generated from an electrical arc, which can result in superficial electrical burns.
A person standing near a high-voltage electrical source might experience severe burns on their skin from the intense heat of the arc, even without direct contact with the electricity.
Flash electric injuries are often treatable, but they can be life-threatening depending on the severity of the burns and the location of the injury.
Flame injuries are similar to flash injuries, but they result in more severe burns.
They occur when the heat from an electrical arc ignites clothing or other flammable materials, causing a fire.
Flame burns can also lead to significant scarring and disfigurement from third-degree burns, as well as long-term physical and psychological trauma for the victim.
Lightning injuries are a type of high-voltage injury caused by intense lightning strikes.
Due to the extremely high voltage and current, these injuries are typically severe.
They can result in multiple organ damage, cardiac arrest, neurological deficits, and deep burns.
An example is a person struck by lightning during a storm, which can cause severe burns, internal injuries, and neurological impairment.
Electrocution or true electrical shock injuries occur when the current enters and passes through the body, affecting vital organs like the heart and brain.
These types of injuries are often fatal or cause significant long-term damage.
Examples include a person coming into direct contact with live wires or accidentally touching exposed electrical equipment.
Understanding and addressing the multifaceted impacts of electric shock injuries is crucial for effective treatment and rehabilitation.
Immediate medical intervention can save lives and mitigate short-term damage, while long-term care plans are essential for managing chronic conditions and improving the quality of life for survivors.
The immediate effects of electric shock injuries can be potentially fatal, depending on the severity of the shock.
Immediate effects include:
If the victim survives the initial injury, the electric shock may imprint long-lasting or permanent effects.
Effects can include:
Electrical hazards are a significant concern in the construction industry due to the nature of the work, which often involves exposure to high-voltage equipment and power sources.
A common picture of a busy construction site includes a weave of active electrical power lines, a thick electrical cord, and an eager worker scaling scaffolding to install wiring or fix a lighting fixture.
There’s always an electrical source in every corner, exacerbating the risk of electric shock.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) named the five most common causes of electrical injuries in the construction industry.
Direct contact with power lines is one of the most dangerous electrical hazards in construction.
This direct exposure can occur when workers handle highly volatile equipment, scaffolding, or materials near overhead power lines.
When construction workers work on an elevated surface, such as in cranes or scaffoldings, they can accidentally touch power lines, sending a high voltage shock all over the body.
This accident can also occur when using elongated tools.
Direct contact with an active power line may result in flash, flame, or true electric shock injuries.
The injured worker may suffer from third-degree burns, chronic pain, or even death.
Ground-fault protection is essential in preventing electric shock by shutting off the electric circuit when there is an imbalance between the incoming and outgoing current.
A lack of ground-fault protection can result in severe electrical injuries.
Construction sites often involve working with large volumes of water or in wet conditions, which increase the risk of ground faults.
Using tools and equipment with damaged insulation or exposed wires also exacerbates the risk.
The ground path provides a safe route for electrical currents to flow out of the circuit and into the ground, preventing injury.
Any interruption in this ground path can lead to an electric shock.
Construction sites are notorious for their chaotic environment, increasing the likelihood of damaged or disrupted wiring.
Improperly connected wires, loose connections, or missing grounding pins can create dangerous situations for everyone.
Extension cords are commonly used on construction sites but can pose significant risks if misused.
One common way they’re improperly used is by overloading the cord with numerous devices.
Plugging too many devices into a single extension cord leads to overheating and potential fires.
Using cords with exposed wires or damaged insulation.
Exposed wires pose a risk of electrocution, while damaged insulation can cause sparks or fires.
Extension cords should also be placed in low-traffic areas to avoid tripping hazards and never run through walls, doorways, or windows.
It’s common for construction workers to be resourceful and use tools and equipment for unintended purposes.
This practice can be hazardous, especially when it comes to electrical hazards.
Construction site managers or employers should ensure that all workers are trained on the proper use and safety precautions of every tool and equipment before allowing them to operate it.
Using tools for purposes other than their intended use can create a significant risk of electrical hazards, resulting in severe injuries or fatalities.
Ensuring a safe construction site environment requires proactive measures to mitigate the risks associated with electrical hazards.
Employers play a crucial role in implementing and maintaining safety protocols.
From holding regular employee safety seminars and monthly inspections and maintenance to ensuring proper use of PPE and lockout procedures, managers should cover every ground to ensure safety.
Training workers on the risks associated with electrical equipment and safe handling practices is fundamental in preventing accidents.
Proper training ensures that workers are aware of potential hazards and know how to avoid them.
It’s critical to educate workers on identifying electrical hazards, such as exposed wires, overloaded circuits, and faulty equipment, especially if they will handle complicated construction devices.
Trainers should teach workers techniques for proper tool usage and keep an eye out for power lines.
Despite rampant safety efforts, accidents may still occur, so workers should know what to do in such situations.
Employers should hold regular seminars on first-aid or emergency responses for electrical accidents.
Regular inspections and maintenance of electrical tools and equipment are essential to identify and rectify potential issues before they cause accidents.
Every construction site should have a maintenance and monitoring routine.
On a daily basis, the site manager should conduct visual inspections of tools and equipment to check for signs of wear and tear, such as frayed cords, loose connections, and broken parts.
A manager or workers should perform regular operational tests to check for wear and tear.
This maintenance check could also identify defects that are easy to miss.
Lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures are critical for ensuring that machinery is properly shut off and not started up again before maintenance or repair work is completed.
This precaution prevents accidental energization and protects workers from unexpected electrical hazards.
A comprehensive LOTO procedure should contain these essential components:
Establish clear, written procedures for lockout/tagout and ensure they are easily accessible to all workers.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) provides a critical layer of protection for workers exposed to electrical hazards.
PPE reduces the risk of injury from electric shocks, burns, and other hazards.
PPEs construction workers should have include:
Ensure that PPE is readily available to all workers and that they are trained in its proper use and maintenance.
OSHA has implemented a multitude of regulations and standards to protect workers from occupational electrical hazards.
One of the most commonly cited is 29 CFR 1926.21(b)(2), which covers the employer’s liability to inform and train workers on potential hazards at the construction site.
Electrocution is also part of OSHA’s “Focus Four Hazards” in construction, which includes the four leading causes of construction worker fatalities.
According to the organization, wiring issues and the lack of proper lockout/tagout procedures are the most common violations related to electrical hazards in a construction environment.
Since direct contact is the leading cause of electrocution, OSHA has stipulated guidelines for maintaining proper clearances from power lines.
Workers should maintain a distance of at least 10 feet when working near power lines with less than 50kV and higher distances for higher voltages.
Electrocution in construction sites is not an isolated occurrence, and workers suffer from serious injuries or even death even with low voltage shocks.
Installing safety switches, having the emergency department on speed dial, and providing safety equipment should not be optional for employers.
Employees should report any violation of safety standards or workplace negligence to the appropriate organizations.
At TorHoerman Law, we advocate for workers’ rights and demand justice from employers who fail to provide a safe workplace.
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Electrical injuries on construction sites often result from contact with power lines, improper use of electrical equipment, damaged electrical cords, and inadequate safety measures.
High voltage electrical energy can cause severe burns, cardiac arrest, and other serious injuries when electric shock occurs.
Failure to use safety switches and circuit breakers properly can increase the risk of accidents.
Electric shocks can cause a range of injuries, from superficial burns to deep tissue damage and internal injuries.
High voltage shocks can lead to severe burns, cardiac arrest, and even death, while low voltage shocks can still cause significant injury, including cardiac complications and muscle damage.
Immediate and long-term impacts can include thermal burns, electrical burns, and neurological damage.
Preventing electrical injuries on construction sites involves proper training for workers on electrical safety, using personal protective equipment (PPE), and ensuring that all electrical systems are well-maintained.
Regular inspections of electrical cords, outlets, and devices can help identify potential hazards.
Implementing safety switches and circuit breakers, and maintaining a safe distance from high voltage power lines, are critical preventive measures.
If a worker experiences an electrical shock on a construction site, they should immediately stop working and seek medical attention, even if the injury seems minor.
The electrical current can cause internal injuries that are not immediately apparent.
The worker should also inform their supervisor and document the incident, including the circumstances that led to the shock.
If the electrical source is still active, ensure it is turned off to prevent further injuries to others.
Employers are responsible for ensuring a safe working environment to prevent electrical injuries on construction sites.
This includes providing proper training for workers on electrical safety, ensuring that all electrical equipment and systems are properly maintained and inspected regularly, and implementing safety measures such as safety switches and circuit breakers.
Employers must also ensure that workers use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintain safe distances from high voltage power lines.
Employers should establish and enforce safety protocols and emergency response plans to handle electrical accidents effectively.
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Very positive experience. Would recommend them to anyone.
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