Falls are a leading cause of death among construction workers. That's a major reason why the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires safeguards against falls. These safeguards can protect workers from head injuries, spine injuries and other serious and potentially fatal injuries from falls at construction sites, but only when employers supply them and workers use them. Recently, OSHA proposed $272,720 in fines against four contractors for safety hazards that included failing to provide protection against falls.
Crane breaks down at same site as crane collapse during Sandy
When Superstorm Sandy blew into New York City in October 2012, it caused a dramatic scene at a luxury high-rise under construction when a crane boom collapsed in the storm. Wreckage from the collapse dangled in the wind during the storm. Nearly one year later, officials were dealing with another serious crane mishap at the same building, a 90-story residential tower across from Carnegie Hall.
Stopping distracted driving in New York
It's widely accepted that distracted driving is a serious danger on New York and U.S. streets and highways, but how to curb the issue is up for debate.
Roofing company cited after a worker falls when roof collapses
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited a roofing company for 12 serious safety violations at a worksite after a worker fell when the roof collapsed. The citation, announced earlier this month, involves $33,600 in proposed penalties.
