Liability in Construction Sites
October 8, 2019
Construction is an inherently dangerous industry. Workers are expected to perform strenuous physical labor, sometimes at great heights or carrying heavy machinery. Non-worker bystanders and other pedestrians run the risk of injury by falling debris and other dangers. The number of situations that can go awry is infinite. Each year, there are more reported work-related injuries in construction than in other industries. Although the construction industry comes with several risks, this does not mean that it’s impossible to be safe while on site. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), which is a division of the Department of