Industrial plants are full of hazards and can be dangerous. Plant and refinery workers work in dangerous environments. In addition to long work hours, they’re exposed to heavy machinery, hazardous chemicals, and aging equipment. Every year, thousands of plant and refinery workers are seriously injured. Some are even killed. Employers are required to provide their employees with a reasonably safe place to work. When employers fail in their duty, workers often pay the physical, emotional, and financial price.
What Are The Common Causes Of Industrial Plant Injuries?
Industrial plant work can be dangerous. The following are the common causes of industrial plant injuries:
- Human error
- Lockout/Tagout accidents
- Equipment malfunctions
- Hazardous chemicals
- Aging equipment
- Working from elevated surfaces
- Falling Objects
- Building/structural collapse
- Fires and explosions
- Scaffolding accidents
- Falls for heights
- Electrocution
- Job-related car accidents
If your industrial plant injury resulted from the negligence of a third party, then you will have a personal injury claim against those third parties for your injuries and damages. As such, you must determine the source of your injuries.
What Are The Common Industrial Plant Injuries?
Injuries occurring in an industrial plant can be serious or even fatal. Common industrial plant injuries can include the following:
- Soft tissue damage
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Fractures
- Loss of limbs
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Chemical burns
- Dislocations
- Hearing loss
- Vision loss
- Electrical burns
- Hand and finger injuries
- Foot and toe injuries
- Emotional distress
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Injuries related to these types of accidents can be serious, often having long-term consequences that can adversely affect your financial future. You need an advocate to help you fight for the monetary compensation you deserve.
Who Can I Sue After An Industrial Plant Accident?
Determining liability for an industrial plant accident can be a difficult matter. Parties which you may hold responsible for injuries or losses may include:
- Plant owner
- Plant managers
- Contractor or subcontractor
- Maintenance Company
- Installation Company
- Construction Company
- Manufacturers of defective products
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