Careful Handling of Construction Materials Saves Lives and Money

Material handling accidents account for thousands of injuries and a number of deaths each year on construction sites.

They are one of the top injuries in the construction trade and can result in serious injuries and death depending on the material, the weight of the load, and the distance it falls. These injuries lead to needless suffering and result in lost workdays, a likely OSHA citation and higher workers’ compensation rates.

Safe material handling practices can help prevent these accidents from happening in the first place. Material handling safety can be broken down into three equally important parts: Careful Handling of Construction Materials Saves Lives and Money