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Texas Contractor Died When He Fell From Roof

A 28-year-old roofer's helper (the victim) died when he fell through a three-foot square opening in a roof. The victim was in the process of removing roofing material from a one-story building by throwing debris over the side of the building or down one of the numerous openings left on the roof. The openings were left when equipment, such as heating and air conditioning, were removed as part of the building renovation. Plywood sheets were laid on top of the openings.

The victim proceeded to one of the smaller openings, which measured about three foot square. He lifted the sheet of plywood covering the opening and pushed it forward. When he did, he took an additional step and fell through the opening. He struck the cement floor sixteen feet below. Emergency medical services (EMS) personnel were notified. They transported the victim to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead on arrival.

The TX FACE Investigator concluded that to reduce the likelihood of similar occurrences, employers should:

  • Protect employees from falling into or through holes which are six feet or more above lower levels by employing a fall arrest system as part of required personal protective equipment (PPE).

  • Obtain information about workplace hazards to which their employees may be exposed and take appropriate action to protect affected employees from any such hazards.

  • Provide a training program for each employee who might be exposed to fall hazards.

  • Contact a Construction Injury Lawyer now for a free case review.

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    Compared To Other Industries, Construction Tends To Be More Dangerous.

    The rate of injury for workers in the construction industry is approximately 60 percent higher than the overall average for all workers.  Recognizing that hazards exist and planning ahead to properly control or eliminate them, helps protect the working men and women of the construction industry and saves businesses time and money.

    Construction has the third highest rate of death by injury.

    The death rate in the construction industry is about 15.2 deaths per 100,000 workers.  The leading causes of death among construction workers are falls from elevation, motor vehicle crashes, electrocution, machines, and stuck by falling objects.  The only two industries that have a higher death rate include mining and agriculture.


     


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