May 7, 2026 Contractor Killed in Fall at IMAX Theater in Reading A Florida contractor was killed after falling approximately 50 feet at the R/C Reading Movies 11 and IMAX on North 2nd Street in Reading. The contractor was working alone above the ceiling during theater renovations when he fell through a drop ceiling in the auditorium, the Berks County Coroner’s Office said. Falls remain one of … Read More »
April 9, 2026 When Structures Fail: Reflecting on the South Philadelphia Garage Collapse The recent parking garage collapse in Philadelphia has left families, coworkers, and an entire community shaken. What began as a typical weekday afternoon quickly turned tragic when a seven-story garage under construction in the Grays Ferry neighborhood gave way—collapsing floor by floor in a matter of moments. At least one person lost their life, … Read More »
February 1, 2024 Did You Suffer Injuries After a Scaffolding Accident or Fall at Work? Scaffolding accidents can result in some of the most tragic and debilitating injuries. Workers injured while performing their duties can seek Workers’ Compensation benefits from their employer. These benefits cover medical bills and a portion of lost wages. In many cases, Workers’ Compensation does not cover the full extent of an employee’s injury and damages. … Read More »
May 5, 2022 Ways to Guard Against Dump Truck Tip-Overs Dump trucks are easy to find on construction sites; they are used to transport various materials and go by several different names, including dumping trucks, dumper trailers and dump lorries. While they serve many useful purposes, they are also accompanied by major dangers, like the chance of a tip over and causing significant injuries or … Read More »
October 28, 2021 Advances in Fall Protection Systems Falls are the leading cause of worker fatalities in the construction industry, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Fall protection systems can make a huge difference in reducing fatalities as well as serious work-related fall injuries. Although these systems are widely available, some employers fail to provide their workers with adequate fall … Read More »
August 3, 2021 How Serious is the Labor Shortage in the Construction Industry? Construction workers risk injury whenever they are on a jobsite. However, during a labor shortage, the risk of injury rises. The post-pandemic economy of 2021 has resulted in labor shortages in various sectors of the economy, including in the construction industry. Employers are still responsible for maintaining a safe workplace, even during labor shortages. Employees … Read More »
June 3, 2021 Construction Deaths Reach Highest Level in Nine Years According to a recent report from The Center for Construction Training and Research (CPWR), construction deaths rose by more than 41% between 2011 and 2019. By 2019, the number of on-the-job fatalities were the highest they had been in nine years. The disturbing jump in deadly injuries is particularly striking among older workers and Hispanic … Read More »
April 1, 2021 How Dangerous are Falls from Lower Heights? It is well known that roofers, construction workers, and other employees who perform tasks at high heights risk serious personal injuries from falling. However, falls from lower heights can be extremely dangerous as well, resulting in painful medical conditions that may prevent workers from earning a living in their chosen profession. Defective or unsafe stairways, … Read More »
February 18, 2021 What Types of Electrical Injuries Occur on Construction Sites? Every year, nearly 1,000 people in the United States suffer fatal injuries due to electrical injuries. In adults, electrical injuries mostly occur at work. Electrical injuries are the third leading cause of fatalities among construction workers. The types of construction accidents involving electrical injuries include the following: Flash burns caused by an arc flash Burns … Read More »
