Oklahoma City Safety Code Violation Lawyers
With all of the heavy machinery, materials, and people moving from place to place, construction sites can be extremely dangerous places for workers if proper safety measures are not observed. It is important for construction workers to be able to complete their job, knowing that their safety is cared for. In situations in which a construction site is in violation of safety codes, workers and passersby may be at serious risk of injury.
It is the responsibility of every construction company to be aware of pertinent safety regulations and to actively maintain compliance. Employee safety should be a primary concern of every company and a failure to comply with safety codes indicates that it may not be for some companies. If you have been injured on or near a construction site due to egregious violations of safety codes, contact the Oklahoma City safety code violation lawyers of the Abel Law Firm by calling (405) 239-7046.
Safety Codes
Construction site safety codes are enforced by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and are intended to be an aid for employees, employers and others working on or near a construction site. Many different tools, materials, and methods used on a construction site can be extremely dangerous and even deadly for construction workers if they are not performed in accordance with regulations. The following types of injuries are hazards that may accompany unsafe construction sites:
- Falling object injuries
- Amputations
- Slip and fall injuries
- Severe lacerations
- Exposure to toxic substances
- Crane collapse or other heavy machinery accidents
Contact Us
If you feel that your injury was the result of extraordinary negligence, it is important to seek the compensation that you deserve. Contact the Oklahoma safety code violation lawyers at Abel Law Firm by calling (405) 239-7046.