Scaffolding Accidents in NY

Scaffolding is often used in NYC construction sites, since it provides necessary access to buildings and other structures on which work is done. There is a high risk of suffering a serious scaffolding accident injury in NY due to the extreme height and hazardous conditions often involved.

A NYC scaffolding accident can occur on any of the three basic types of scaffolds:

• Supported scaffolds. One or more platforms supported by a rigid structure, such as poles, legs, frames, or outriggers.
• Suspended scaffolds. One or more platforms suspended by ropes from overhead.
• Other scaffolds. Man lifts, personnel hoists, or other systems using vehicles or machinery.

Scaffolding injury in NY

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, approximately 4,500 workers in the U.S. suffer injuries related to scaffolding every year. A scaffolding injury in NYC can be caused by one or more of a number of factors that can lead to scaffolding accidents in NY, including the following:

• Instability or overloading of the scaffold, leading to collapse of the structure
• Falling tools, work materials, or debris that strike a worker
• A working falling off the scaffolding structure
• Electrocution, if a scaffolding structure is too close to overhead power lines

If you or a loved one suffers a NY scaffolding injury caused by one of the factors above, you may be entitled to compensation. Speak with an experienced scaffolding accident lawyer in NYC who can evaluate your case, especially if you are considering initiating an NY scaffolding accident lawsuit.

NYC scaffolding accident law

OSHA has established a number of NY scaffolding accident laws and regulations that promote safety on the construction site. Employers are required to adhere to these standards, and by doing so they can prevent a large number of NY scaffolding accidents. When they fail to comply, serious scaffolding accident in NYC can occur:

• Scaffolding structures must support their own weight plus at least 4 times the maximum intended load to be applied
• Scaffolds must be secured against movement with tiebacks installed at right angles and secured to a structurally secure point of anchorage
• No more than two employees should occupy a scaffold designed for a working load of 500 pounds, and no more than three on a scaffold with a working load of 750 pounds
• The scaffolds must be designed by a qualified professional
• Scaffolds must not be overloaded
• All suspension scaffold support devices (e.g., outrigger beams, cornice hooks, parapet clamps) must rest on surfaces capable of supporting at least 4 times the maximum intended load

NYC scaffolding accident attorneys

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If you or a loved one has suffered a construction, crane, ladder, or scaffolding accident injury in NYC, the NY scaffolding accident lawyers at Burns & Harris are here to help. For more information or to schedule a free evaluation of your case with one of our attorneys, call 1 888 PAIN-LAW. We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis.

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