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On Behalf of | May 22, 2017 | Firm News, Workplace Accidents

There are countless circumstances in which a work-related accident can occur. Whether on account of the negligence of an employee or employer in Colorado, defective equipment or simply just an accident, each incident has the potential to cause serious injury. Occupational injuries can be severe, though in certain scenarios they could be completely avoidable if the proper precautions are taken.

Studies from a previous period placed causes for injuries under two common categories, conditions and acts. Unsafe conditions have led to many accidents on the job site, and should be addressed accordingly to prevent further incident. Unsafe acts, however, are responsible for almost 90 percent of these incidents, according to this study, and although a significant amount of time has passed since it took place, these incidents continue to be an issue.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is continually addressing the need to recognize and rectify unsafe acts. Although these acts might often be carried out by employees, a portion of the fault could still lie with the procedures used in training. These acts may also stem from an employer’s unwillingness to correct or punish workers who practice improper safety procedures.

Regardless of how it occurs, a workplace accident can be exceedingly dangerous. Those who suffer serious occupational injuries often find themselves in need of financial relief throughout the road to recovery. A person who is pursuing relief through the worker’s compensation insurance system will often seek assistance from an experienced attorney in Colorado. If any other legal action is necessary, an attorney can also assist a client in pursuing compensation through all available outlets.

Source: bizjournals.com, “What’s your culpability when ‘unsafe acts’ lead to a workplace injury?“, Judie Smithers, May 18, 2017

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