The Statistics Surrounding Construction Accidents

Often times, people are under the impression that construction accidents are rare.  Yet, the reality is, construction accidents occur quite frequently in the United States and are known for causing some of the most debilitating injuries.  Below you will find statistics that demonstrate how serious these accidents can be:

§  1 out of every 10 construction workers is injured will on the job (Occupational Safety and Health Administration - OHSA).

§  The leading cause of injuries on construction sites in the U.S. is falls (Occupational Safety and Health Administration - OHSA).

§  Every year, there are approximately 150,000 construction accident injuries (Bureau of Labor Statistics).

§  Aside from falls, another leading cause of construction site injuries is contact with equipment (Bureau of Labor Statistics).

§  In 2005, it was reported that 1,224 construction workers died on the job (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health - NIOSH).

Were you involved in a North Carolina construction accident that caused you to be injured?  If so, contact the Whitley Law Firm and arrange to speak with a Raleigh personal injury attorney today.