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Struck By Object

OSHA records more than 50,000 “struck by object” injuries occur each year. That’s one injury every ten minutes, seven days a week. According to OSHA, being struck by an object is one of the leading causes of construction-related deaths: about 75% of struck-by-object fatalities involve heavy equipment such as trucks or cranes, and workers in the construction, manufacturing, and agriculture industries are most at risk.

Identifying Common Struck by Object Hazards

Construction workers are most often struck by:

  • Trucks, cranes, and other heavy equipment
  • Tools, particles, and other falling or flying objects
  • Concrete, masonry, and other heavy objects that may collapse

Types of Struck by Object Hazards

There are four primary ways in which an object can strike a worker and cause injury. They are:

  • Flying: for example, a nail gun accidentally discharging
  • Falling: for example, tools falling off scaffolding or a suspended load being dropped
  • Swinging: for example, being struck by a swinging crane load
  • Rolling: for example, being hit by a vehicle in motion

Protecting Yourself and Others from Struck by Object Hazards

Employers have a duty to protect their workers from becoming injured on the job. This responsibility includes providing a safe work environment that complies with OSHA standards, as well as providing appropriate safety training for each employee. In addition to following all safety guidelines provided by their employer, workers should take the following measures to protect themselves:

  • Wear a seat belt when operating vehicles.
  • Inspect vehicles before each shift.
  • Always use parking brakes.
  • Use appropriate guardrails on scaffolds to prevent items falling from overhead work areas.
  • Never work beneath a suspended load.
  • Use personal protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, goggles, face shields, and hearing protection.
  • Use a full-body harness to protect you from falls.
  • Secure loads properly to prevent them from slipping.
  • When working at height, tie off tools to prevent them from falling and striking people below.

Get Help from a Long Island Struck by Object Attorney

Have you been injured as a result of being struck by an object at work? Winkler Kurtz, LLP can help. Our attorneys have been bringing justice to negligent parties and helping workers receive fair compensation for their injuries since 1987. If you believe your injury is the result of negligence, we would like to hear from you. Please contact us online or call us today at 631-928-8000 to set up a complimentary consultation.

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I cannot say enough about Rich and his staff. Everyone was more than accommodating from day one. You are treated like you matter, and not just another case for their firm. Rich offers advice every step of the way to get the most out of your case while still letting YOU choose which options are best. Coming from someone who has dealt with other attorneys, none compare to Mr. Winkler. His knowledge, and attitude are second to none. I would recommend Rich to anyone with an accident case. Believe me, you are in good hands. Thank you Rich and staff. Could not have asked for more!!

- Rob Pearsall

To Whom It May Concern, I’m a union painter and was badly hurt when I was involved in a workplace accident on a job site in Manhattan. I hired Richard Winkler to represent me and they have been great. He and his staff keep me informed and are making sure that I can continue to be able to feed my family and to keep everything going, they are on my side no doubt about it. Needless to say this didn’t go unnoticed to my family. Visiting the office was always a positive experience both welcoming and professional. I would recommend this firm to anyone in need of caring compassionate legal representation.

- Michael Brunner

Winkler Kurtz LLP is an amazingly knowledgeable and professional law firm. The staff is extremely intelligent and personable. With great guidance will support you through each step of your case and treat you with personal attention. Highly recommend this law firm – they go out of their way to make you a winner!

- Elissa Rand

The experience that I got from Richard Winkler was absolutely the best, In the beginning I was hesitant because you hear of bad stories about attorneys, but the turning point for me was when the most amazing, caring, person sat down and explained everything to me Mr. Winkler’s paralegal Dana Randazzo. This team answered all my phone calls handled all my paperwork in a quick manner there were never any surprises and they were on top of everything with the insurance companies and anything else associated to my case I highly recommend this law firm to anyone you will not be disappointed and I just wanted to say thank you for all that you have done for me Mr Winkler!

- Anthony Detorre

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