Aerial Lifts

Aerial lifts are used regularly in the construction industry and for a variety of maintenance applications. Many different types of lifts are used by a variety of people, both trained and untrained.

The common cause of an aerial lift accident is a tip-over. The cause of tip-over accidents range from misuse of the equipment to lack of maintenance. Aerial lift accidents are an issue for the construction industry and result in personal injury and death.

Another issue is aerial lift operators have a reputation for wanting to get the job done no matter what, paying little attention to safety. Because of a lack of training, aerial lift operators and supervisors are often unaware they are doing anything wrong.

If you or a loved has been injured or killed in an aerial lift accident, you may be entitled to monetary compensation. It is important to contact a qualified Pennsylvania construction accident attorney who may be able to assist you with your case.

Cranes

Mobile cranes are an integral part of the U.S. construction and maintenance industry. It is estimated that cranes are involved in 25% to 33% of fatal injuries in construction and maintenance.

The type and number of injuries related to cranes are difficult to quantify, as reported statistics on work-related injuries group cranes in larger categories such as industrial vehicles and equipment. The Bureau of Labor Statistics states that industrial vehicles and equipment account for 17% of fatal injuries in construction.

There are many common failures in cranes accidents that cause personal injury including, but not limited to:

• Overloading
• Being struck by a moving load
• Power-line contact
• Improper assembly or dismantling
• Side pull
• Overturn
• Outrigger failure
• Hoist limitations
• Fall of load or lifting tackle
• Two-blocking
• Boom buckling
• Unintentional turntable turning
• Oversteer/crabbing
• Control confusion
• Rigging failure
• Working or standing within the swing radius of a cab or counterweight.

If you or a loved one have been injured or killed in a Pennsylvania crane or aerial lift accident, please fill out the form on your left for a free case review by a Pennsylvania construction accident lawyer.