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When you leave your house in the morning, you probably do not expect to be involved in a severe accident; however, an accident can happen at just about any time, and some accidents occur at construction sites. If you suffer a severe injury, you could deal with a long-term disability that might make it difficult to return to work. What are a few of the most common types of construction accidents, and what should you do if you suffer an injury while at work? Learn more below, and make sure you stay as safe as possible. 

Struck By a Falling Object

Without a doubt, one of the most common reasons why a construction accident takes place is that a falling object strikes someone. If you look around you, there are probably a lot of scaffolds at the construction site. Many people work with heavy equipment on top of those scaffolds, and you could be struck by a falling object when you walk by them. For example, a wrench may hit you on the head, leading to a traumatic brain injury. Or, you might be struck by a falling paint can, resulting in a different type of head injury. Everyone should make sure they wear a helmet while on a construction site to reduce the chances of a brain injury taking place.

Improper Equipment Maintenance

Improper equipment maintenance is also a common cause of accidents at construction sites. There is a lot of heavy equipment at the construction site, and you expect it to be properly maintained. If the equipment is not properly taken care of, it could significantly increase your chances of being involved in an accident. For example, if you are driving a vehicle around the construction site, and it has yet to receive appropriate maintenance, it might not behave exactly as it should. This could increase your chances of being involved in a construction accident, so make sure that all of the equipment on the construction site has been properly taken care of. It could prevent a serious injury from taking place.

Slip and Trip Hazards

Trip hazards are another common cause of construction accidents. For example, many wires might be exposed on the ground if you are building a new building. Or, people might leave their tools out, increasing the chances of someone slipping and falling. Someone might even spill something on the ground, creating another slip-and-fall hazard. Slip and trip hazards are common issues at construction sites, so everyone needs to clean up after them to reduce the chances of someone tripping and falling at work. A slip-and-fall accident could result in a hip injury, a back injury, or even a head injury.

Make Sure You Report the Accident as Quickly as Possible

In the end, there are many construction accidents, and you must know what to do next. After you are involved in an accident at a construction site, you must report the accident to your employer as quickly as possible. That way, a paper trail can document everything that happens next. Then, you should contact a doctor for a full evaluation to ensure none of your injuries are overlooked. Finally, remember to contact an attorney who can review your case. You might deserve compensation that can help you cover your medical expenses.