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Falls from Construction Stilts

Individuals who work on construction sites are generally exposed to dangerous equipment and hazardous working conditions on a daily basis. One piece of equipment that has led to accident and injury on these sites is the use of drywall stilts. Stilts allow workers to increase their height by as much as 64 inches and are typically made from aluminum or magnesium.

Because these tools present safety risks, most companies require that their employees go through safety training before use. However, when accidents occur due to lack of training, defective equipment or just bad luck, your employer may have to provide workers’ compensation benefits to you to help you recover from your injury. To learn more about your rights as an injured worker, call a New Jersey workers’ compensation lawyer from Levinson Axelrod, P.A. at 800-346-5529.

Stilt Safety Tips

The following tips should be reviewed to help stay safe while using drywall stilts:

  • Always take short, deliberate steps.
  • Do not take large or over-extended steps.
  • Inspect the stilts before use for any malfunctions or defects that may exist.
  • Adjust the springs based on your individual walking behavior.
  • Make sure all nuts and bolts are tight before use.

By adhering to the above steps, you can use these tools in a responsible manner in the workplace. However, when accidents do occur, it is important to understand that the law protects you from these kinds of incidents, and your employer may be able to help pay for your recovery.

Contact Us

If you have been hurt on the job, contact the New Jersey workers’ compensation attorneys of Levinson Axelrod, P.A. at 800-346-5529 today to discuss your situation with an experienced legal professional.