What are the 5 types of construction hazards
Written and Reviewed by Michael Agruss
- Managing Partner and Personal Injury Lawyer at 844SeeMike.
- Over 20 years of experience in Personal Injury.
- Graduated from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law: Juris Doctor, 2004.
Construction work is one of the most dangerous industries in the world and according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are roughly 150,000 construction site accident injuries yearly across the United States, with one in 10 construction workers receiving work-related injuries every year. Many of these injuries are due to simple accidents, however, others could have been prevented.
There are five types of construction hazards that are commonly seen in these accidents. According to OSHA these include:
- Biological – Biological hazards include anything that is widespread in the natural environment. This can include bacteria, fungi, viruses, other microorganisms, and their associated toxins. Biological hazards can be found in the air, water, soil, and on surfaces of the construction site and can affect the health of workers in a variety of ways, from mild adverse reactions to death.
- Chemical – Chemical hazards can result in both health and physical impacts including skin irritation, blindness, corrosion, respiratory system irritation, and explosions.
- Physical – Physical hazards are environmental factors that can affect an employee without actually touching them. This includes heights, noise, radiation, and pressure.
- Safety – Safety hazards are hazards that create unsafe working conditions. Exposed wires, scaffolding issues, unsafe ladders, untrained employees, and wet conditions are just a few of the safety hazards that put construction workers at risk for serious and deadly injuries.
- Ergonomic – Ergonomic hazards are a result of physical factors that result in musculoskeletal injuries including damage to muscles, tendons, bones, joints, ligaments, nerves, and blood vessels. This can include repetitive use injuries, vibration, and manual handling.
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