OSHA Proposes $155,205 Fine After Crane Accident

Shortly after the Manhattan District Attorney 's Office announced felony charges had been filed against two construction supervisors, OSHA has announced that they have cited fines of $155,205 against the contractor.

OSHA Alleges Contractor Put Workers In Danger

In June of 2018, two construction workers were seriously injured when a mini crane tipped and fell four stories, hitting one man on the back and causing the other to fall a total of three stories. Both sustained serious injuries. 

According to the report from OSHA, the contractor failed to provide a safe workplace for all employees because they did not ensure that the employees using the crane were properly trained. The administration further stated that work was being done without an approved engineering plan from the Department of Buildings which would have required the crane to be tethered.

This case highlights the changes that will hopefully coming in New York, with prosecutors finally seeking criminal charges against contractors who fail to uphold safety standards on construction sites - a common occurrence in the industry. 

Many construction workers hope that with increased fines and criminal charges will inspire employers who currently cut corners in order to save time and money to make better choices.

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