Confabulations

As workplaces go, construction sites are probably the most dangerous. Because only fit construction workers can work and because injuries are frequent, accident claims are very common in this sector.

The risks on construction sites are many, but they include: dangerous equipment, dangerous materials, the physical strain of the work, working at great heights, heavy machinery and asbestos exposure. Employers and site managers have the responsibility to give employees appropriate, correct and current safety advice and equipment. Employers must also ensure that employees take regular breaks to ensure they can concentrate.

The Health and Safety Commission is responsible for safety regulations in Britain. In conjunction with the Construction (Design & Management) 2007 regulations, the commission works to ensure risk of accident is as small as possible.

If it can be proven that an employer has failed to follow health and safety regulations or didn’t do all that was practicable to safeguard employees then workers who are injured may be entitled to make an accident claim. In the event of injury, the victim should gather together as much evidence as possible including the names and addresses of witnesses. This is especially important because the construction site is an ever changing environment and it is possible that the cause of the injury (which is important evidence) will be removed as the building process progresses.

Employing an experienced solicitor is vital in this complex area of law. Raleys Solicitors are a Yorkshire-based law firm with years of experience in handling accident claims.