Explosions and the Construction Worksite

Maryland, Virginia and Washington DC Construction Accident Attorneys

Explosions at the construction worksite can result in severe injuries or even death to construction workers. Many times, explosions occur due to the negligence or carelessness of another party. A manufacturer may be responsible for defective construction equipment that causes injuries to a worker in an explosion. An employer may be liable for injuries to an employee from an explosion if the employer failed to properly maintain or service equipment. The Maryland, Virginia and Washington DC construction accident attorneys at Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot, L.L.P..have years of experience representing explosion victims, and we present this information to educate the public about workplace safety and explosion liability.

Causes of Worksite Explosions

Given the prevalence of injuries to construction workers on the worksite, explosions are only one of the potential hazards that workers face on a daily basis. Many conditions can give rise to a construction worksite explosion. Gas leaks and electrical wiring are common causes of worksite explosions. Defective products and equipment also can result in an explosion. Chemicals and other flammable materials can lead to explosions as well, which can cause a severe work accident.

Potential Consequences of Explosions

The consequences of explosions can be quite serious, and explosion accidents are often fatal. When an explosion occurs at a construction worksite, construction workers may suffer injuries such as:

Given the severity of potential injuries from an explosion at a construction worksite, it is essential that you take all safety precautions needed to prevent explosions from occurring. For instance, by inspecting all construction equipment on a routine basis, performing all needed maintenance on equipment, implementing emergency response plans and ensuring that all employees have knowledge of these safety procedures, employers can minimize the risk of a construction site explosion and work injury.

Your Response to an Explosion at a Construction Worksite

If an explosion occurs at your construction site, you should take immediate steps to deal with this emergency situation and hopefully prevent further injuries. Steps that you should take under these circumstances include:

Alert every person in the affected area
Evacuate the affected area as quickly as possible
Notify emergency personnel
Do not attempt to use or activate any electrical or gas-powered equipment
Do not light a match or use a telephone

If You Have Been Involved in a Construction Worksite Explosion

If you or a loved one has suffered injuries in a construction site explosion, you may have a legal claim against the responsible party or parties, and you may be entitled to compensation for those injuries. Contact the Maryland, Virginia and Washington DC construction accident lawyers at Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot, L.L.P. for an honest assessment of your case and your legal options.

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