One very dangerous workplace is the construction site. Because the risk of injury is great and because construction employees cannot work if they aren’t fit, accident claims aren’t unusual.
Some of the many dangers posed by working on construction sites include, physical strain from the work, exposure to dangerous materials including asbestos, heavy machinery and working at height. Because these dangers are present in the daily working environment, employers and site managers alike have the legal responsibility to equip employees with up to date, correct and appropriate safety information and equipment.The employer must also provide the prescribed rest breaks so that concentration is not impeded.
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