Construction sites are full of hazards that can cause severe or fatal injuries. Workers generally need to ensure their safety when performing job functions at a significant elevation or below grade in a trench.
They may need to use special equipment to ensure their safety when working around heavy machinery. They also need to be aware of when there are others working above them at the job site. When there are people, supplies or equipment in elevated positions or when a worker is in a trench, the lower workers are vulnerable to struck-by incidents caused by falling objects.
The injuries those situations produce can prevent a construction worker from continuing their chosen career.
Catastrophic injuries are possible
Struck-by incidents can do more than cause bruises and lacerations. They can produce life-altering injuries. Even with hard hats and other safety gear intended to protect the worker’s head, the blunt-force impact caused by a falling object could cause a traumatic brain injury (TBI).
The worker is also at risk of developing a spinal cord injury. Broken bones could also be an issue. Especially if people fracture bones in their spine or hands, the functional limitations produced could prevent them from returning to work even after they recuperate.
Thankfully, workers’ compensation can help diminish the long-term impact of on-the-job injuries. Medical coverage can pay for treatment, while disability benefits can help replace lost wages.
Construction workers injured on the job may need to report the incident to management and secure support as they apply for benefits. Applying for workers’ compensation benefits can be difficult for those dealing with injuries, making support during a claim highly valuable.
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