Every construction site can house a variety of fall protection hazards, no matter the size or scope of the project. However, as discussed in parts one and two of this series, there are unique regulations and differences in residential construction compared to commercial construction. But beyond the studies and research papers, there are real world […]
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Mr. Doddridge was contacted by one of New York’s premier law firms to act as their construction site safety expert in this landmark construction accident case. Link (New York Post): Injured construction worker gets record $62M single-plaintiff award Link (New York Law Journal): Jury Awards $62 Million for Construction Site Fall
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Aside from the obvious dangers such as falling and working around heavy machinery, there are other non-direct factors to consider when gauging the safety of residential construction. Last week, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) proposed more than $1.5 million in penalties toward a roofing company in Florida, Great White Construction Inc., after OSHA
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Construction can come with many occupational hazards; workers are around heavy machinery and equipment on a regular basis. However, the leading cause of death for construction workers on the job[1] is something that can happen anywhere – slips, trips, and falls. From small roofing projects to large-scale commercial construction, the danger is real. One study
Lightweight building materials structurally fail much faster in a fire than traditional lumber. However, there are ways that you can protect the framing in your home from fire. View Mr. Doddridge’s most recent interview with NBC News Boston below. Two apartment buildings in the Boston Area were destroyed recently. Both buildings were under construction, one
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According to the National Safety Council statistics, falls are the second leading cause of accidents in the U.S., second only to motor vehicle accidents. While many falls occur as the result of a “slippery” floor, many falls also occur on stairways, both within the home and in commercial locations. While a typical stairway may seem
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