ALLENTOWN PA CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENTS
 According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), in 2019:

  • There were a total of 1,066 fatal work injuries in the construction industry – this accounted for approximately 20% of all workplace fatalities in the United States.
  • The construction industry experienced an increase in the number of fatal work injuries compared to 2018, when 1,034 deaths occurred.
  • Among the top ten causes of death within the construction industry were: falls (356), struck by object (92), electrocution (77), caught-in/between (62), and transportation incidents (62).
  • The majority (60%) of fatal work injuries in construction occurred among workers aged 45 or older, with the highest rate occurring among those aged 65 or older (18.9 deaths per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers).
  • In terms of demographics:
    • Among construction workers who died from a fatal work injury in 2019, 87% were male and 13% were female.
    • The Hispanic or Latino ethnicity accounted for 36% of the total number of construction worker fatalities in 2019.
  • The states with the most fatal work injuries in construction in 2019 were California (157), Florida (80), Texas (74), New York (71), and Georgia (43).

These statistics underscore the importance of implementing effective safety measures on construction sites to reduce the risk of accidents and fatalities among workers. This includes providing proper training, enforcing safety regulations, and utilizing personal protective equipment.

In 2023, Pennsylvania recorded 169 fatal work injuries, with 30 of these in the construction sector, including 16 due to falls, slips, and trips
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These numbers highlight construction as one of the most hazardous industries statewide.

Lehigh County & Local Region

The Allentown OSHA Area Office, covering Lehigh County, reported:
13 work-related fatalities in 2020 (including 3 COVID-related),
11 fatalities in 2021 (3 COVID-related),
3 fatalities reported so far in 2022 (1 COVID-related). allentownpa.gov
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This gives a local perspective on serious workplace incidents, including in construction.

OSHA lists the “Fatal Four” leading causes of death in construction: falls, struck‑by objects, electrocutions, and caught‑in/between incidents. wikipedia.org

If you have been injured while at work prompt reporting is necessary. Report the incident to your employer as soon as possible.

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