Workers in the construction industry face many dangerous working conditions.
One such danger is having to work at high altitudes.
The construction of buildings, bridges, and other infrastructure require workers to be at very high elevations, falling from which can result in serious injuries and even death.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2009, there were 617 fatalities resulting from falls, nearly half of which were in the construction industry.
As these injuries occur year after year, employers in the construction industry are supposed to follow strict safety guidelines and procedures to protect their employees.
OSHA Safety Suggestions For the safety of its workers, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends employers have:

• Guardrail Systems
• Safety Net Systems
• Personal Fall Arrest Systems

OSHA also has specific requirements for the placement and installation of these systems.
But, sometimes employers are negligent in following these guidelines, and workers get seriously injured.
Types of Injuries Falling from ladders, scaffolding, and other high places can result in:

• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Fractures and dislocations
• Ruptured internal organs
• Death

Getting medical treatment for the above mentioned injuries can be expensive and the treatment itself may last a long time.
Also, an injured worker might be unable to return to work, and may continue to lose income due to his or her injuries.
This is devastating to the livelihood of the worker and his or her family and is an unfair burden on the victim.
Fortunately, workers who are injured on the job due to falls from elevated heights may be able to secure workers' compensation benefits to help cover their expenses.
If you or someone you know was injured by falling from a height, you have the right to seek workers' comp benefits for your injuries.
Contact the experienced Harrisburg workers' comp attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.
C.
to learn more about your legal options.