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In an effort to reduce the risk of electrocutions on construction sites, construction workers must undergo in-depth safety training. That isn’t where addressing safety ends, however. The company has an obligation to make sure that employees have an area that is safe to work in.
There is always some risk involved when working with or around electricity, and even the safest companies and workers face risks of electrocution accidents on a daily basis. When this happens, the injured person needs the assistance of an experienced Salt Lake City construction electrocution lawyer from Craig Swapp & Associates to determine who should be held accountable.
The risk of electrocution increases when there are unknown issues with the electricity and the site. However, if electricity is involved in any construction area, precautions should be taken to make sure that workers and people driving in the area are not at risk. Obviously, this does not happen all the time, and that’s when people get hurt.
Workers are aware to some extent that any area they work in which has active electricity could present a risk, but they should also be able to count on being protected while they are at work. Furthermore, electrocution can happen because of mechanical and product defects, making it even more difficult to determine who or what was to blame—was it a product manufacturer or a negligent contractor?
The number of deaths caused by electrocution on construction sites is staggering. Between 1992 and 2010, over 2,000 people died as a result of some form of electrocution that occurred on a construction site. In many cases, safety precautions like lock-out tag-out methods were not used or a system was circumvented by another contractor for convenience.
In other cases, the issue is as simple as an extension cord touching a mud puddle. Whatever the reason, electrocution can cause serious burns, deep tissue damage, brain damage, and even death. It may also cause injuries outside of electrical burns as the individual could be thrown against another object or even fall to the ground.
There is a reason that electricians go through such extensive training. There are very specific measures to be taken when dealing with electricity. When people do not take the time to ensure that the area is completely safe or machinery doesn’t operate as it should, someone should be held accountable for the expenses, injuries, and losses that follow as a result.
If you or someone you know has been injured because of electrocution on a construction site, you could be entitled to financial compensation that can help you and your family members move forward. The attorneys at Craig Swapp & Associates have the experience and knowledge you need to make sure the right person or entity is held responsible for your injuries.
If you have been injured on a construction site as a worker or even just by driving through the area, we can help. For a free initial consultation, please complete the form below or call our office toll-free at 1-800-404-9000 immediately.