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According to Anne Arundel fire officials, a 25-year-old man was killed in a construction accident in the Severn area after the trench he was digging collapsed on him.
The Anne Arundel fire department reported that the man was part of a crew digging a 7-foot-deep hole when the dirt collapsed on the young man. It took crews over three hours to recover the 25-year-old’s body after he was buried.
Maryland Occupation Safety and Health Department is currently investigating the incident.
The Dangers of Working on a Construction Site
Construction workers face one of the most dangerous working environments, especially if proper safety measures are not taken. Between using dangerous commercial equipment and the potential hazards of falling in a scaffold or ladder accident, construction workers must be safe at all times.
OSHA Regulations and Employee Rights
The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSHA) is a broad set of federal laws intended to protect employees while they are at work. OSHA regulations require specific measures to be taken to prevent worksite injuries.
Under OSHA’s “General Duty” clause, all employers have a duty to create a safe work environment and to eliminate any recognized hazards. Additionally, employers must educate employees about OSHA standards, properly train employees on workplace safety and make employee records available upon request.
Liability of Construction Site Injuries
If you have been injured in a construction accident, there are a number of individuals who may be held liable for your injuries. These individuals may include:
- Construction site owners
- General contractors
- Sub-contractors
- Construction site managers
- Manufacturers/suppliers of construction machinery/equipment
- Insurance companies
Hurt in a Construction Accident? Contact our Experienced Lawyers Today
If you or a loved one has been injured in a construction accident, contact our firm today at (202) 659-5500 and let our attorneys answer any questions or concerns you may have. Our attorneys can explain the intricacies of OSHA and other workplace regulations and can assist you in pursuing your construction accident lawsuit.
Koonz McKenney Johnson & DePaolis LLP
Maryland, Washington, D.C. and Virginia Injury Attorneys