In Hempstead, the most common types of workplace accidents and injuries leading to workers’ comp claims include:
- Car and vehicle accidents: Workers whose roles involve driving are particularly at risk due to other driver’s negligence, inclement weather, or mechanical failures. Injuries from collisions can range from minor to severe and life-threatening.
- Slips, trips, and falls: These accidents can happen in any work setting and might be caused by hazards such as wet floors, icy surfaces, or cluttered walkways. They often lead to severe injuries such as broken bones and head injuries.
- Falls from heights: These accidents involve falls from roofs, ladders, or scaffolding. They’re often due to poor structural integrity or inadequate safety gear.
- Electrocution: Workers can be electrocuted due to exposed wires or faulty electrical equipment. Those working near power lines or during maintenance of electrical systems are the most at risk.
- Entanglement in machinery: This occurs in environments with heavy machinery, where workers’ clothing or limbs might get caught in gears or rollers. These accidents often cause severe injuries or amputations.
- Burns: Workers in manufacturing, food services, and other industries might sustain burns from hot machinery, chemicals, or cooking equipment. These can range from minor first-degree burns to serious third-degree burns that require emergency care.