One very dangerous workplace is the construction site. Because only fit construction workers can work and because injuries are frequent, accident claims are very common in this sector.

Some of the many dangers posed by working on construction sites include, physical strain from the work, exposure to dangerous materials including asbestos, heavy machinery and working at height. Because these dangers are present in the daily working environment, employers and site managers alike have the legal responsibility to equip employees with up to date, correct and appropriate safety information and equipment. Employers must also ensure that employees take regular breaks to ensure they can concentrate.

In the UK, the Health and Safety Commission is responsible for safety regulations. With the Construction (Design and Management) regulations 2007, this commission works to ensure that workplaces are safe and that risk of accidents is as low as possible.

Injured workers who can prove that their employer didn’t follow health and safety rules or didn’t do all that was possible to safeguard employees are entitled to and accident claim. In the event of injury, the victim should gather together as much evidence as possible including the names and addresses of witnesses. Witnesses are especially important because the cause of the injury might change or be removed as construction continues.

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