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How to Protect Construction Workers from Ladder Injuries

Ladders are among the most common tools used in the construction trade and also among the most dangerous. Each year construction workers are injured, disabled and killed when they fall off of ladders. Many of these New York and New Jersey construction ladder accidents can be avoided when ladders are carefully used and functioning properly.

Steps an Employer Can Take to Protect Construction Workers from Fall Accidents

There are several things that an employer can do to make working on ladders safe for construction workers. First, the construction employer should make sure that his or her workers are properly trained regarding:
  • How to position a ladder
  • Getting on and off a ladder safely
  • How to climb and descend a ladder safely
  • How far one can safely reach while standing on a ladder
  • Choosing which ladder is right for a specific job and specific employee
  • How to keep the ladder free of slippery substances such as mud from construction boots

Next, the employer should make sure that ladders are in good working condition by:
  • Visually examining the ladder to make sure that none of the rungs, sides, or other parts are bent, cracked or corroded
  • Ensuring that all of the bolts are securely fastened
  • Ensuring that any auxiliary parts are working properly

Contact a New Jersey and New York Construction Injury Lawyer After a Ladder Accident

If you’ve been injured on a ladder at work, then you may be able to recover damages for your injuries. The New Jersey and New York construction accident attorneys of Hofmann & Schweitzer will thoroughly investigate your case to determine the cause of your injury, and we will fight hard for your recovery.
Ladder accidents may be common, but they are also preventable. Contact us today at 1-800-362-9329 or via our online contact form for more information if you’ve been injured.

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