Examining bulldozer construction accidents

Bulldozers are used on construction sites to remove dirt, rocks, trees and other debris. They are also used to level ground in preparation for building work.

The size and weight of a bulldozer plays a large part in determining how dangerous a construction accident will be. A heavy load coming down on a part of the human body, such as an arm or a leg, can swiftly crush bones and organs.

Bulldozer construction accident personal injuries can include head injuries, crush injuries and broken bones.

Tragic construction accident fire
The case of the husband of one of our no win, no fee claim clients provides a useful though tragic example of a bulldozer construction accident. While working as a driver he was injured in the preparation of a road bed. He was using the bulldozer clear trees when a hydraulic line to the right hand side of the front hydraulic cylinder ruptured, spraying hydraulic fluid onto the engine manifold and into the driver's compartment.

The hydraulic fluid burst into flames when it touched the hot manifold and the fire surrounded the driver, who died from his burn injuries.

Having the right safety equipment
To avoid bulldozer construction accidents where the vehicle rolls over and crushes the driver, manufacturers should install rollover protective structures called ROPS as standard equipment. Adequate warnings of these types of hazards must be given to drivers of bulldozers.

Construction companies are required to inspect equipment and provide safety training for all employees who operate heavy machinery. Manufacturers must design equipment that is safe and carry out necessary safety procedures. Despite all of these safety provisions, bulldozer construction accidents can still occur.

Construction accident compensation claims
Just because you have agreed to use heavy machinery as part of your work, it does not mean that you have to accept the consequences of a construction accidents.

Heavy bulldozers that overturn can chop limbs off in an instant. If safety features are not installed as standard to protect you while you work, your employer may be liable under their duty of care obligations.

New EU standards are now in place to protect you in basic health and safety situations. If you have suffered a personal injury and believe that your employer is at fault, you may be able to make a compensation claim.

Here at YouClaim, in partnership with our panel of personal injury solicitors, we have an excellent success rate, so there’s a good chance we can help you if you are eligible. And, if your claim is a success, 100 per cent of all damages are yours to keep.

We work on a no win, no fee basis and you won't be charged a single penny at any point of your claim. There really are no hidden fees and, as we've already mentioned, everything you win is yours to keep.

Call YouClaim on 0800 10 757 95 or request a call back via our online form and we can give you free legal advice about the claims process and let you know how to claim. Alternatively, you can chat online in confidence to one of our expert claims advisors who will answer any questions you may have.