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Common Causes of Construction Crane Accidents

In 2008, 54 construction workers were killed in crane accidents and 100 construction workers were injured.* More than 150 families suffered because of this one type of construction equipment. It is, therefore, important that everyone in the construction industry understands what causes crane accidents so that construction crane injuries and fatalities can be prevented.

Causes of Construction Crane Accidents

In 2008, 88 incidents resulted in 154 crane deaths and injuries. The reasons for those 88 incidents are as follows:
  • 34 were caused by crane collapses
  • 12 were caused by contact with overhead wires
  • 12 were caused by a struck by crane load
  • 10 were caused by a struck by other crane parts
  • 20 were caused by other factors

Looking at data for one year, does not provide a complete and accurate picture of the leading causes of crane injuries and deaths. When data is examined for the years from 1992 – 2006, the leading cause of death is electrocution from overhead power lines, followed by truck by crane loads and then crane collapses.

Contact New Jersey and New York Crane Injury Lawyers After an Accident

The majority of states reported crane accidents in 2008 and New York was no exception. Approximately seven percent of all construction crane accident injuries and fatalities occurred in New York during that year, and as a result 11 people died and 35 people were injured in New York crane construction accidents.*

If you have been injured or if you’ve lost a loved one in a New York or New Jersey crane accident, then it is important to contact the experienced New Jersey and New York crane accident attorneys of Hofmann & Schweitzer for a free consultation. We can be reached at 1-800-362-9329 or via our online contact form for more information.

*Source: The Center for Construction Research and Training: Understanding Crane Accident Failures: A Report on the Causes of Death in Crane-Related Accidents, May 2010

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