Construction site injuries vary greatly based on the type of work being performed and the circumstances surrounding the environment and the individual affected. Although many construction injuries are minor, serious consequences must not be overlooked. Traumatic injuries and even death may result form the negligence of coworkers, the failure to follow established safety procedures, or defective equipment.
The following is a lengthy list of the possible injuries construction workers face following construction site accidents:
· Head injury: Unfortunately, hard hats are not barriers to all forms of head injuries that can happen at a construction site. Traumatic brain injury (TBI), closed head injury, concussion and coma may result from a variety of hazardous situations at a work site. These conditions can lead to long-term complications and death.
· Closed head injury: This occurs when the head sustains a blunt force by striking against an object. Most head injuries are closed head injuries. A concussion is a type of closed head injury that is very common amongst construction workers.