Dangers of Construction
Construction sites are inherently dangerous due to the use of heavy machinery; however, many don’t understand the full scope of risk. Negligence or lack of proper training can allow accidents to happen at any time.
The slightest lapse in judgment on a construction site can cause severe damage and even be fatal. Avoiding construction-related accidents and having the right business insurance coverage is crucial to running a safe and efficient business.
Tips to Avoid an Accident
The following are a few tips to avoid a workplace accident:
- Training: Training all new hires and having frequent continuing education courses is paramount. Employees can slip into dangerous habits on the job site without proper initial and continued training.
- Communication: A lapse of communication on a construction site can have significant consequences. Having the right tools (radios, hand signals, etc.) to communicate in a noisy environment helps avoid unintentional injuries.
- Signage: Proper signage and barricades throughout a job site clarify where there is potential for danger and what areas employees should avoid. The best way to prevent an incident is to keep workers away from dangerous areas in the first place.
- Personal Protective Equipment: Using personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hard hats, safety glasses, construction vests, proper footwear, etc., minimizes the potential for injury in the event of an accident.
- Insurance: While commercial insurance won’t prevent an accident from happening, it will protect your business from losses associated with the incident.
Constructing Your Policies
Accidents are bound to happen, but having the right policies will minimize the consequences. Preventing accidents starts with ensuring employees thoroughly understand safety policies. Additionally, obtaining the right business insurance policy will protect your business when an incident does occur.
Please contact Steve Longenecker (303-808-9351, x2) at Mountain Insurance: Longmont to discuss your business insurance coverage options in Longmont, CO, and our neighboring communities.
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