Posted on August 4, 2022 in Firm News
A new construction bill titled Carlos’ Law would provide additional cave-in protection for trench workers if signed by Governor Hochul by the end of the year. According to Construction Pros, the new bill would increase fines for businesses who violate laws regarding trench safety and are found guilty of the death or injury of a… (keep reading)
Posted on July 31, 2022 in Firm News
The shared pedestrian bike path on the Queensboro Bridge has New York City pedestrians fearing for their lives. A recent article by Streetsblog highlighted several serious safety concerns for walking commuters on the two-way shared pathway, increasing pedestrian accidents and causing people to skip walking across the bridge altogether. Pedestrians Fear Walking Queensboro Lane As… (keep reading)
Posted on July 25, 2022 in Firm News
A recent investigation by The New York Times uncovered a deadly trend on a construction site in the Bronx, bringing to light an ongoing coverup of undocumented worker deaths in the industry. Two months ago, The New York Times published an article about three immigrant construction workers who lost their lives at a worksite on… (keep reading)
Posted on July 25, 2022 in Firm News
In the 2022 edition of the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades, New York State hospitals have shown a slight rise in the ranks, rated 44th in the nation compared to 47th in Fall 2021. Among the facilities evaluated, 12.7% received an A-grade compared to only 8% six months before. Still– these results are far from what… (keep reading)
Posted on July 13, 2022 in Firm News
It won’t be long before heatwaves are burning up the streets of New York City. While safety experts advise New Yorkers to avoid the outdoors and stay cool during periods of extreme heat, construction workers and outdoor laborers do not have this luxury. Despite grueling heat and humidity, these dedicated workers perform complex tasks and… (keep reading)
Posted on June 30, 2022 in Firm News
Fireworks will fill the skies across the country this weekend in celebration of America’s birthday. These bright and spectacular shows bring communities together and set the scene for beautiful memories. Unfortunately, not all firework memories are happy, especially when they end with a trip to the emergency room. In 2020, the National Fire Protection Association… (keep reading)
Posted on May 25, 2022 in Firm News
Your teens may be looking forward to summer fun right around the corner, but it’s time for parents and guardians to step up their road safety efforts. This holiday weekend marks the beginning of the 100 Deadliest Days for teen drivers. Every year, AAA reports that American roads see a 14% increase in fatal car… (keep reading)
Posted on May 5, 2022 in Firm News
Falls have consistently ranked as the leading cause of work fatality in the construction industry, specifically falls from elevation. In 2020, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (B.L.S.) reported that out of 1,008 construction fatalities reported, 351 of them (nearly 35% of all fatalities) involved workers falling from elevated heights. Sadly, most fatal falls on construction… (keep reading)
Posted on May 4, 2022 in Firm News
New York City has experienced an alarming uptick in pedestrian accidents affecting communities across five boroughs. The New York Post recently reported that 59 pedestrians in NYC were killed within the first quarter of 2022, a 44% increase from the previous year. These new statistics mark the highest rate of pedestrian fatalities that NYC has… (keep reading)
Posted on April 13, 2022 in Firm News
An Ecuadorian construction worker was killed in a tragic construction accident last week after falling 20-ft down an open shaft on a worksite in Queens. Channel 4 News reported the worker was moving a plywood board on the ground level of the building at St. Nicholas Avenue in Ridgewood when he fell through a hole… (keep reading)
Posted on April 11, 2022 in Firm News
April marks the beginning of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, a life-saving initiative that becomes more necessary every year. In 2020, the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (N.H.T.S.A.) reported 3,142 fatalities due to distracted driving accidents, all of which were 100% preventable. This year, the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (G.T.S.C.) announced that New York State… (keep reading)
Posted on March 31, 2022 in Firm News
As all New Yorker’s know by now, the Tri-State area is in the midst of what is historically the snowiest part of the winter season. While most residents stay warm and dry in their houses and apartments–watching endless news coverage and social media feeds showing beautiful pictures of accumulating snow, kids on sleds and dogs… (keep reading)
