Constuction Test

EOC Final Description
“A section of a solid plywood fence blew over injuring
two pedestrians. The pedestrians were taken to the hospital. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“A plumber was hit in the face by pressurized water
while tightening a three inch pipe.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
dropped a four foot long, ten inch cast iron pipe on his leg. The worker left the site to go to the doctor.”
“The Site Safety Manger reported to DOB that a worker
cut his hand on a skill saw. The worker was transported to the hospital in a taxi.”
A worker sustained severe injury to his leg when the Bobcat, used for backfill operations, fell approximately ten feet over the foundation wall. DOB issued violations.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a welder
was splashed while welding and went to his doctor complaining that his eyes were bothering him.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
felt a pinched nerve in his neck while moving a mini container. An ambulance was called.”
“A worker sustained a cut arm when he slipped off a
ladder.”
“The site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a piece of
plywood fell on a worker’s leg when he reached out behind an electrical outlet.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
slipped and fell off a ten foot ladder while trying to get a 2 x 4. An ambulance was called.”
“A worker was struck on his leg by a piece of sheetrock
while moving the sheetrock up a loading dock ramp on an ‘A’ frame. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“A contractor was fatally injured when he fell into an
elevator shaft. The contractor reached for and missed a post on a guardrail so he could lean over and look below. The guardrail did not extend to the area from
which the contractor fell.”
A worker was trapped in a trench being dug to access a broken stand pipe, when the shoring gave way. The worker was removed and taken to the hospital.
While using a hydraulic jack lift to load formwork onto a truck at the loading platform, the load became unstable and fell onto a worker approximately four feet below.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
cut his finger when the grinder he was using to cut steel kicked back. A co-worker took the injured worker to the emergency room.”
“A civilian van driver was struck by glass and the van
roof was damaged when a piece of ornamental stone fell from the eleventh floor onto the roof of the van parked on the street beside the sidewalk shed.”
“A worker fell approximately twenty feet from the third
tier of a pipe scaffold. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued violations and a stop work order.”
“A worker fell down a flight of stairs injuring his knee. No
construction was occurring in the stair area. The worker was taken to the hospital. The stairs had handrails and no obstructions were observed. No DOB action was necessary.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an
electrician cut his finger with a band saw while cutting pipe. EMS was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
injured his shoulder when he miss stepped and fell off a ladder. An ambulance was called.”
“An electrical worker fell approximately four feet from a
ladder due to ice conditions. The worker was taken to the hospital in stable condition. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“A worker fell through the marble landing from the sixth
floor to the fifth floor during demolition of the building. The worker was taken to the hospital with unknown injuries. DOB issued violations.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was splashed in the eyes by an alcohol based solvent while he was opening the bottle.”
“A worker was struck by plywood from the pipe scaffold after pushing on one of the scaffold frames. The cross braces of the scaffold frame had been moved to make room for equipment and material to be delivered through the service entrance and was not replaced prior to the worker exiting the building and pushing on the frame. The worker was transported to the hospital. DOB
issued a violation.”
“Site Safety Manager reported worker injured his hand.
Worker took himself to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was struck in the face by a rib while performing form work. The worker went to urgent care and returned to work.”
“A worker fell approximately twelve to fourteen feet when
he slipped while ascending the ladder from the cellar to the first floor. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB observed no violating conditions. No DOB action was necessary.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
fell off ladder and EMS was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck by a beam while performing form work.
A worker slipped on ice. DOB issued a violation.
“A pedestrian sustained lacerations to the face when
struck by a construction site gate. The pedestrian was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell three feet from a step ladder and inured his arm.
EMS was called.”
“A rigger in loading area was struck by falling rebar
when the pallet broke causing the rebar to fall during the unloading process. The rigger was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued a violation and stop
work order.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker slipped on the ice and an ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
slipped descending a ladder and injured his ankle. The worker went to the doctor on his own.”
“A worker was fatally injured when a load of steel trusses
shifted during the unloading process and rolled onto the worker.”
“A worker miss stepped when entering an elevator. DOB
found no violating conditions. No DOB action was necessary.”
A glazer was injured when supports failed causing the window he was installing to fall on him. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance with a possible leg fracture. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
“A worker fell approximately six feet when he stepped on
a ladder while preforming form work. DOB issued violations and stop work order.”
“A worker was taken to the hospital when dust got under
his safety glasses while the worker was drilling holes in a slab to set plates used to install the curtain wall panels.”
“Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
injured her back while welding. EMS was called”
“A mason injured his back while descending a scaffold.
DOB issued violations and stop work order.”
“A worker, carrying material from the hoist down a ramp,
fell and injured himself. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“A worker slipped on a ramp while unloading a truck.
DOB’s inspector observed ice throughout the ramp. The worker was taken to the hospital with head injuries.
DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“A worker fractured his arm when he fell while
attempting to climb the rebar cage he was installing. The worker was taken to the hospital by the shop steward. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
injured his arm while installing duct work. EMS was called. No DOB action was necessary.”
Two workers fell while working independently. One worker was installing rebar and fell approximately fifteen feet from the eighth to seventh floor. The second worker was between the seventh and eighth floor and fell approximately six feet. Both workers were taken to the hospital by ambulance with unknown injuries. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an
electrician tripped over his tools and cut his thumb. The electrician was taken to the emergency room for stitches.”
“A security guard fell approximately twelve feet from the
ground floor to the bottom of the elevator pit.”
“A worker was struck by a piece of plywood during
stripping operation. The worker was taken to the
hospital by a fellow worker with a minor cut. DOB issued violations and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
poked his finger while holding a board sustaining possible fracture.”
“A worker complained of pain when a window tipped
over and struck him in the leg, while he was pulling on extension cord . The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued a violation.”
“A worker was struck by a stringer that deflected after
falling on the floor. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
“A worker was struck by a piece of concrete while putting
on his protective equipment in an area where forms were being stripped. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“A pedestrian was fatally inured when struck by a section
of plywood from a construction fence. DOB issued violations and stop work order.”
“After the owner’s representative accessed the twenty- second floor by using the hoist without an operator, accompanied by two workers who remained on the hoist, the owners representative was found on a pile of re-shores complaining of back pain. EMS transported the injurer representative to the hospital. DOB issued
violations and stop work order.”
“A worker fell from a ladder while installing ductwork.
The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance with possible lacerations.”
“A worker sustained an injury to his hand during drilling
operations. The worker was taken to the hospital. No violations issued at this time.”
“A worker on the fifteenth floor was struck by a Doka
panel that fell approximately eight feet when a worker on the sixteenth floor lost control of the Doka panel while attempting to install it. The injured worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance with unknown injuries. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
tripped on the ground as he was leaving the site and EMS was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
tripped on a wire mesh ramp. DOB found no violating conditions during an inspection. No DOB action was necessary.”
“A worker fell and injured his knee when he slipped on ice accumulated on the roof, DOB issued a violation and
stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an
electrician tripped on his wire and hit his forehead. An ambulance was called.”
“The day after tripping, a worker felt pain and went to the
hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manger reported to DOB that a worker
fell approximately three feet from a ladder. EMS was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
cut himself on the knee with a grinder. The worker went to the hospital on his won for stitches.”
“A worker fell to the bottom of an elevator pit while
moving a scaffold over the pit. The worker was transported to the hospital.”
“A worker was injured when control of sheetrock was lost
while the sheetrock was being moved from a truck to an A frame. The injured worker was taken to the hospital with a possible fractured ankle. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a was
cut on his finger by a piece of glass. The worker was taken to the hospital by taxi.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that two
workers sustained concrete burns on their feet and were admitted to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a piece
of sheetrock fell on top of a workers leg. EMS was called.”
“A worker sustained injury to his arm when a section of
plywood fell one story striking the worker. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“A worker was fatally injured when he fell approximately six stories. The worker was using a powered trowel machine to finish the floor and stepped beyond the protection system that was setback five feet from the
edge. DOB issued violations and a stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an
electrician injured his eyes from an electric arc. The electrician was taken to the hospital.”
“A worker injured his leg when struck by a wailer being
lowered along the outer edge of a pipe scaffold. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
A concrete worker sprained his wrist when he tripped on rebar. The worker was sent home and returned the next day with a swollen wrist and was sent for X-rays.
A plumber sustained a laceration to his hand when he attempted to move a dumpster and the dumpster wheel became lodged in a hole, pinning the plumber’s hand between the dumpster and a wall. The plumber went to a medical treatment center for stitches.
“A pedestrian was struck by a wooden barricade
installed to prevent public access to the courtyard. EMS was called.”
“A security guard may have sustained a fractured ankle
when a forklift ran over the his foot. The guard was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker handling load twisted his knee. EMS was called.
A construction worker was fatally injured when a trench collapsed. The contractor excavated a fourteen feet deep trench for box pit installation. During construction of the box pit, the soil collapsed on the worker.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker may have sustained broken ribs when the worker fell onto steel supports while using stilts. EMS was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
injured his ribs with a core drill machine. EMS was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an
electrician injured his eyes from an electric arc. The electrician was taken to the hospital.”
“Four workers were injured when the marble banister
they were using as leverage gave way. The workers were attempting to remove a chandelier from the ceiling.”
“A worker was struck by a truck hitch when the worker
entered the barricaded area while the truck was reversing. The worker sustained a bruised leg and was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB observed no violating conditions.”
“The Site Safety Manager Reported to DOB that a
worker cut himself with a grinder and was taken to the hospital by EMS.”
“Two workers were injured when panels used for form work fell striking the workers. The workers were passing the panels from the thirteenth floor to the fourteenth floor when the panels stacked in an upright manner became unstable and collapsed on the workers. One worker was transported to the hospital. The other
worker was treated on site.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
carpenter injured his hand with a nail and EMS was called.”
A worker injured his knee when he lost his balance while working on a makeshift platform passing material above. EMS was called. DOB issued a violation.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
hurt his finger while pulling down the concrete shoot during concrete pouring operations. The worker went to the hospital in a cab.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a scrape while waling by a mini container and
went to the hospital on his own.”
“A worker lost his footing while installing rebar and
received a laceration to his arm when he reached for the rebar. The worker was transported to the hospital for
stitches. DOB observed no violating conditions.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck in the face by a post from the form work he was erecting slipped from his hand. EMS was called.
“A worker fell approximately four feet off a ramp while
moving sheet rock on an A-frame down the ramp. The worker was taken to the hospital with unknown injuries. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker slipped on a wet floor injuring his back. EMS was called. DOB observed no excess water during an inspection of the site. No DOB action was necessary.
“A worker was injured when the motorized mortar mixer
he was using became unstable falling onto the worker. The worker was taken to the hospital in unknown condition. DOB issued a violation.”
“The Site Safety Manager Reported to DOB that a
worker cut his finger with a box cutter and went to the hospital for stitches.”
An electrician was on an A-frame ladder working on a splicing box when he lost his footing and fell approximately six feet. The electrician suffered a head injury and was taken to the hospital by ambulance.
“A worker fell off a platform approximately eighteen feet above ground level while performing stripping operations. The worker was wearing a harness and was tied off. The worker suffered possible fractured ribs when he cam in contact with obstructions while suspended. while being suspended his body came in contact with obstructions. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued a violation and stop
work order.”
“A worker fell through a hole on the twenty-ninth floor
and landed on the twenty-eighth floor when the hole covering became dislodged. The worker suffered lacerations to his head and complained of pain in his right leg. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued a violation.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was struck in the hand by a form being passed from one worker to another. The injured worker was taken to the hospital as a precaution.”
A worker was struck by waterproofing material that had caught fire. The worker used a fire extinguisher to put out the fire. The worker was treated by the onsite EMT.
“A fireguard was struck by a heater that fell. The worker
sustained possible fractured legs and was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“A worker was struck by a forklift backing up. The worker
was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck by a screw when the screw gun he was using slipped. The worker went to the hospital in a cab.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
injured his back while picking up a piece of marble. The worker was taken to the hospital by EMS.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
tripped and went to the hospital on his own,”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
injured his hand while pushing a container. The worker went to urgent care on his own.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was struck on the hand by lumber being unloaded by another worker. The injured worker went to the triage center of the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
carpenter pinched her hand between sheetrock and the wall while moving sheetrock on an A-frame. EMS was called”
“The Site Safety Manager Reported to DOB that a
worker cut his arm with a utility knife. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
“A worker was injured when the trench he was in
collapsed. The worker was removed from the trench by FDNY and taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued violations and a stop work order.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his leg while cutting ;plywood. EMS was called
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
picking up garbage stepped on a rock and twisted his back. The worker called EMS.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
sustained a cut to his arm and was taken to the hospital for stitches.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a window weight fell on a worker’s foot during removal of the window. The worker was transported to the hospital.
“A worker was struck in the back when formwork fell
during installation. The worker was taken for medical treatment and returned to work. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“Two workers fell from a scaffold sustaining unknown
injuries.”
“A worker was injured when his leg was pinned between
a beam and a load of steel tubes being hoisted by a crane. The worker was taken to the hospital. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that debris fell from the thirtieth floor striking a child. The DOB inspector was unable to determine that the small injury on the child’s arm was sustained at the site. No
evidence of fallen debris was observed.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
fell approximately ten feet into the scuttle hull. FDNY and EMS was called to the site.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
cut his thumb while cutting tile. The worker walked to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
injured his finger while moving a material cart and EMS was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his foot while unloading GWB. EMS was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
injured his foot while moving a plank and stepped on a beam. EMS was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an iron
worker twisted his ankle while descending a ladder and EMS was called.”
A worker fell approximately fifteen feet when he leaned on the vertical netting and the cables gave way. The worker was conscious with no visible laceration or fractures when taken to the hospital by ambulance.
“A worker sustained a possible broken wrist and
laceration to the face when he fell from a rebar cart. The worker was standing on the cart while passing rebar from the first floor to the second floor. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“Four pedestrians were injured when a job site fence fell.
DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“A pedestrian was struck by a piece of rigid foam
insulation that fell from the building. The pedestrian did not receive medical attention and left the site. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“A worker was fatally injured when he fell from sidewalk
shed while climbing on the ladder. The worker lost his balance on the ladder and fell when the 2X10 he grabbed gave way.”
“A resident was struck by some plaster during
renovation. The resident was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his elbow while opening a gang box. The worker was taken to the hospital by a company worker.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a steel worker fell down the stairs, approximately 3 steps, and complained of back pain. EMS was called.
“A worker fell from a ladder when he lost control of the
drill he was using to drill anchor point for rebar. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance with scrapes and bruises.”
“A worker suffered from smoke inhalation when sparks
ignited waterproofing on the foundation wall. There was a fireguard with extinguishers present. The fire continued to ignite and FDNY was called to extinguish the fire. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“A worker fell from the first floor to the basement. The
worker was conscious when taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued violations.”
“A worker fell through a corrugated metal decking while
dismantling a sidewalk shed. The worker was taken to the hospital with minor injuries and was released the next day. DOB issued a violation.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger off while pulling rebar. EMS was called.
“Two workers were injured when the steel structure
being erected collapsed. The injured workers were transported to the hospital in unknown condition. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“A construction worker was struck by falling bicycle style
guard rails that fell when the construction fence gate was opened inward, knocking the guardrails into the excavation. The worker extricated himself from the excavation and was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued violations.”
“FDNY reported that a worker tripped and fell off a
sidewalk shed. The worker was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. No workers were on site when DOB arrived. DOB issued a violation.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was injured while unloading steel panels from a truck. The worker went to an urgent care facility for stitches.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
plumber sustained burns while soldering pipe. The worker was taken to the hospital by the Forman.”
A Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a laborer stepped on a nail and went to a private medical facility for a tetanus shot.A Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a laborer stepped on a nail and went to a private medical facility for a tetanus shot.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
injured his foot while moving a door. The worker went a medical facility for X-rays.”
A pedestrian slipped on a foot ramp and was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued a violation.
“A worker complained of dizziness after being struck on top of his helmet. The site medical tech recommended the worker go to the hospital for further treatment. The worker’s partner did not see the incident and DOB observed no evidence of any fallen material. No DOB
action was necessary.”
“A worker fell from the top deck of twelve foot high
sidewalk shed through the fire escape opening. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
“During asbestos removal, a worker was struck by a fork
lift and sustained a broken leg.”
“An electrician was struck on his hard hat by a pipe that
fell. The pipe was leaning against a wall and fell when another worker kicked the plank on which the pipe rested causing it to fall. The injured worker was taken to the hospital with no visible injury. DOB issued a violation.”
“During demolition of parapet or lintel, a brick fell striking
the hard hat of a worker working below. The injured worker was taken to the hospital. DOB issued violations and stop work order.”
“Seven people were injured when a crane dropped the
refrigerator absorbing unit it was lifting.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was caught between a cart and rail as he was helping to load a hoist. The injured worker was taken to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
carpenter’s arm was cut and he went for medical treatment and returned to work.”
“A worker was struck by a bolt during installation of a
tower crane. The worker was taken to urgent care by cab.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a Port Authority LT reported that a construction worker claimed to have been struck by a nail that fell from the site. The
worker went to the hospital for a tetanus shot”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
worker’s hand was pinched when the excavation cage they were loading was put down. The worker went to a clinic for a tetanus shot.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that while
taking down a scaffold panel, it bounced off the floor and struck a worker’s foot. The worker was taken to First Med.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a glass
panel fell on a workers foot during unloading of the panel. The worker was sent to the hospital for observation. No DOB action was necessary.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
injured his leg while removing steel and EMS was called.”
“A steel beam fell on a workers foot when workers used
an excavator machine with shackle halfway cut to create a makeshift hook to lift the steel beam. The injured worker was taken to the hospital. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“A pedestrian was injured when a section of chain link
fence fell. The pedestrian was taken to the hospital with a head injury. DOB issued a violation.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was stripping pile and was hit in the eye area. The worker was sent for medical treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
carpenter cut his finger while moving bathroom stalls.
The carpenter was taken to the emergency room for stitches.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an
electrician slipped while pushing a cart and pulled his left shoulder muscle. The electrician went on his own for X-rays.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
worker’s leg was pinched while moving a cart onto a hoist. EMS was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a pedestrian was
struck on the hand by a brick that fell from approximately the twentieth floor. The pedestrian was taken to the hospital by EMS with minor a injury.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
carpenter was struck on the arm by a piece of form work sustaining a slight laceration. The carpenter was sent for medical attention.”
“A worker was injured when sheetrock fell off an A-frame
being used to move the sheetrock. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance in unknown condition. No DOB action was necessary.”
“The Site Saftey Manager reported to DOB that a
pedestrian tripped and fell in front of site. EMS was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker cut his arm
on a piece of metal stud and went to the hospital for stitches.”
“A worker fell down to the next level when he tripped on
a plank being used as a mudsill under a scaffold and was extending approximately four feet beyond the scaffold. The injured worker was taken to the hospital.
DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“An engineer sustained a laceration and back pain when
she fell when the extension ladder she was using to access a scaffold, kicked out. The engineer was taken to the hospital by ambulance. No DOB action was necessary.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a laborer
dropped a door on his foot and was transported to the hospital.”
“A worker fell approximately ten to twelve feet when the plank he was using broke. The plank was nailed at one end and extended off a scaffold and used to access the work. The injured worker was taken to the hospital.
DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“A worker fell through a hole after removing the protection. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance in unknown condition. DOB issued violations
and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
concrete worker scraped his arm with a piece of concrete while cleaning the stairs and required stitches.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an
electrician working in the cellar fell from an eight foot ladder and sustained arm and head injuries.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
fell approximately three feet from a six foot ‘A’ frame ladder while doing duct work. EMS was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a cement
mixer driver fell while cleaning the chute and sustained a head injury.”
“The Fire Safety reported to DOB that a worker fell one
foot off a whaler and EMS was called.”
“A worker was struck by drilling equipment while four workers were drilling caissons. The injured worker was conscious when taken to the hospital by ambulance.
DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
pierced his forearm with a nail while stripping forms. The worker went to the doctor on his own.”
A worker sustained an electrical shock when the worker struck an electrical line while chipping concrete at the ground level. The worker was taken to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a laceration to his hand when he the glass cutter slipped while he was lifting a glass door. The worker was sent to the hospital for stitches.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
stepped on a nail while stripping a floor. The worker went to an urgent care facility.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck in the nose by plywood while the plywood was being passed from one worker to the other. The injured worker was taken to a medical office.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to Dob that an
electrician complained of pain and was taken to the hospital by EMS when he cut the banding on conduit and some tubing rolled onto his legs.”
The Site Safety manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck in the head with a piece of steel that fell. The worker was taken to the hospital by EMS.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
pulled his shoulder when he set down the 2X4’s he was carrying. The injured worker went to an urgent care facility.”
Four workers were injured when they lost control of the four hundred pound Halon tank they were carrying down the stairs. The tank fell from the fourteenth floor to the thirteenth floor, striking all four of the workers. The workers sustained various fractures and were taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued violations and a stop work order.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
plumber injured his finger while connecting some pipes. The plumber was taken to the hospital.”
“Three workers fell approximately nine feet when the
flooring system dislodged and collapsed into the cellar. The workers sustained minor injuries and walked from the site.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician cut his hand and was taken to the hospital.
“A welder was struck by wood that fell from a bulkhead
being framed by a carpenter working above the welder. The injured welder was taken to the hospital. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“A concrete slab partially collapsed injuring the super of
the building.”
“While standing on the wrong side of the wrench during
caisson drilling operation, a worker’s ankle was pinched against concrete by the wrench. The injured worker was taken to the hospital. The worker had received toolbox training concerning drilling operations. No DOB action was necessary.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
flagman twisted his ankle while in the street directing traffic. The flagman was taken to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
plumber’s helper cut his hand while cutting pipe. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
“A section of masonry approximately 8 ft. X 2 ft. X 2
Inches, fell on a worker causing unknown injuries. A second worker sustained minor leg injures. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“A worker was struck by wood from a 2X4 that split when
it was run over by a bobcat. The worker sustained a bruise to the head and was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“A worker was injured due to a partial building collapse
of a building under demolition.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a stone
setter sustained a cut on his arm and transported himself to a local care facility. The stone setter returned to work.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
hurt his leg when he fell off a ladder and was taken to a local medical facility.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger and was taken to the hospital by the
foreman.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
slipped while on a ladder hurting the back of his neck, arm and leg. The worker was taken to an area clinic by
other staff.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell into a grated vault and was taken to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker slipped while descending a scaffold. The worker went to a local hospital with no serious injuries.
While moving the cocoon system a worker was struck by a section of wood when the knot slipped as the wood was being lifted. The struck worker was taken to hospital. DOB issued violations and a stop work order.
The Project Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger while installing a railing on the first floor. The worker went to a medical facility on his own.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his hand and received stitches at the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was struck in the ribs when the line drill he was operating snapped back, hitting the worker. EMS was called.”
“A steel worker fell approximately twenty feet from the ninth floor to the eighth floor roof of the existing structure. The worker was wearing a safety harness but was not tied off while installing decking. The worker was conscious and taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB
issued a violation and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
concrete chip struck a worker in the eye, under the worker’s safety glasses. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety manager reported to DOB that a
plumber cut his finger on a metal stud and was taken to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was injured when the mini container he was pushing tipped causing a piece of rebar to cut his arm. The worker was sent to the hospital for stitches.”
“Two workers were injured during demolition operations
when a wall collapsed. The workers fell from a supported scaffold they were using to remove the ceiling under a mezzanine floor destabilizing the wall. The workers were taken to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
cut his finger and an ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a lather fell on the deck and cut his shin, requiring stitches.
“A worker fell approximately four and a half feet from a
scissor lift while attempting to exit the lift. The worker was taken to the hospital. No DOB action was necessary.”
“A worker was struck by a bundle of rebar that was
being moved by a machine. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued violations and a stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
concrete worker injured his finger while shoveling concrete and went to the hospital for stitches.”
“A worker was struck on the ankle when the material he
unbanded for a pick became uneven and struck his ankle. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
“A worker fell from a ladder while exiting finished
concrete excavation. The worker sustained minor injuries and was taken to the hospital. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
An iron worker was struck by a column when it became unstable while workers were separating the load. The worker was conscious and was taken to the hospital.
“The Site Safety manager reported to DOB that a car ran
over a flagman’s toes. EMS was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
injured his leg and EMS was called.”
“A worker fell off a baker scaffold while doing plaster
work. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
“A worker on the second floor fell through the vertical
netting to ground floor approximately 25 feet below. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“A scaffold erector fell approximately twenty-five feet
while adjusting scaffold used as roof protection for an
A.C. Unit on the adjoining property. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued violations and a stop work order.”
“A worker fell approximately ten feet from the second
floor to the first floor, while installing cable for vertical netting. The worker was wearing a harness but was not tied off. The worker was taken to the hospital DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
fell approximately eight feet from a sidewalk shed. EMS was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
on the thirteenth floor tripped on the plywood deck, injuring his knee. EMS was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a scaffold erector in the lobby dropped equipment from approximately eighteen feet injuring two erectors below.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his back stepping off a ladder. The worker went
to the hospital.”
“A worker on the first floor was struck with a small piece
of hardware falling from work on the roof. The worker was complaining of pain in his injured hand and was
taken to the hospital.”
“An electrician was cut when the grinder he was using to
cut pipe kicked back. The electrician was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a laborer
struck his finger and transported himself for medical care.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
carpenter hurt his foot while moving sheetrock and was taken to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
fell approximately nine feet into an excavation pit, while standing on a pile of dirt.”
“A worker fell approximately ten feet when he removed a temporary platform at the roof level while installing stairs from the sixth floor to the roof. No fall protection systems were in place and worker was not wearing a harness. The worker was conscious and taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued violations and a
stop work order.”
“A worker fell approximately ten feet from a makeshift
platform from which the worker was performing stripping operations. The injured worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“A pedestrian was struck by a plank dropped during
scaffold removal. An ambulance transported the pedestrian to the hospital with minor injuries.”
“A pedestrian complained that she was struck by a piece
of glass falling from the building. Broken pieces of glass
were observed on the fifth floor setback and parapet wall.”
The Site Safety manager reported to DOB that a worker’s hand was injured when a load of pipe shifted. The worker was treated onsite and taken to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
concrete worker was hit in the head by a 2 X 4 and was taken to the hospital.”
“A worker was transported to the hospital due to fumes
from liquid floor underlay being applied without proper venting.”
A worker fell approximately six fee from an A-frame ladder while striking brick. The worker was taken to the hospital. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
“An excavator flipped onto its side. A worker was taken
to the hospital with unknown injuries.”
“An Iron worker installing decking, fell down a shaft from
the roof to the first floor. The worker sustained several fractures and was transported to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an iron
worker stepped on a nail and was taken to a local health care facility for a tetanus shot.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a bag of
cement grout spilled all over a worker and he went to the emergency room.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a carpenter was relocating forms when a form fell on his
hand. The worker was taken to the hospital for x-rays.”
“Three workers were injured when gas exploded during
purging of gas lines in the science laboratory classrooms. DOB issued violations and stop work order.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker slipped as he was descending, causing bricks to fall on top of him. The worker was taken to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
plumber cut his finger on a metal stud and was taken to a local clinic.”
“A telecom employee sustained ankle injury due to the
removal of the fourth and fifth floor stairs without installation of guardrails. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
chipping hammer fell on a workers foot and EMS was called.”
A worker was fatally injured when he fell approximately thirty feet in an elevator shaft when the platform failed.
“A worker dropped form work on his foot and was taken
to the hospital for treatment. The worker returned to work before going home. No DOB action was necessary.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that
waterproofing material went into a worker’s eye and EMS was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was injured by flying debris while grinding concrete floor. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
“The driver of a car, stopped at a stoplight, was injured
when a three inch piece of brick fell breaking the windshield of the car. The driver was taken to the hospital with unknown injuries. DOB issued violations and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety manager reported to DOB that a laborer
injured his elbow and self transported himself to a local medical clinic for x-rays.”
“A passenger of a yellow cab may have been injured
when a hammer fell striking the passenger side of the cab. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
A worker slipped and fell striking a 6 X 6. The worker was sent to the hospital. No DOB action was necessary.
“A worker slipped of a four foot ladder and was taken to
the hospital.”
The Site Safety manager reported to DOB that a carpenter slipped while in the sub cellar. The worker complained of pain and was taken to area hospital by ambulance. No visible injuries were reported. No DOB action was necessary. No action taken by BEST
“A worker fell approximately ten feet from a sidewalk
shed while applying plastic protection. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“A worker was fatally injured when he fell ten stories onto
a sidewalk shed.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was struck in the head by a piece of metal that fell while the worker was drilling a hole in a cabinet. The worker went to urgent care by taxi.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his hand while installing metal string and tread stairs. The worker transported himself to the hospital.
“A worker was struck when the bar slid off a Kindorf cart
while the worker was pushing it. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
“The Superintendent reported to DOB that a worker
tripped and fell hitting his head on the ground. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“A worker was fatally injured when a wall undermined by
excavation collapsed. Two additional workers were critically injured.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an iron
worker was struck on the hard hat by a hammer that fell from the eight floor. The worker was taken to urgent
care.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his arm while walking between two metal studs. The worker was transported by ambulance for treatment.
“A worker fell approximately ten fee from a pump jack
scaffold. The worker is in critical condition.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
carpenter scraped his finger on a metal stud while installing sheetrock. The carpenter was taken to urgent care for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
pinched his finger while fixing equipment. The worker was taken to a clinic for treatment.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was hit on the hard hat while stripping form work. The worker was taken to the hospital for observation.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker got dirt in his eye and was taken to the hospital in a car.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a flag
person sustained a bruised leg when struck by a plank broken by a truck. The flag person went to a clinic on their own.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
complained of pain after dropping decking on his leg. The worker went to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
sustained an electrical shock while workers were
grading property outside of building. The worker was taken to the hospital by EMS.”
A worker was struck by a concrete pump flex hose when a worker above leaned the hose on a guardrail and the guardrail failed to hold the weight of the hose. The hose fell approximately ten fee striking the worker below. The injured worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance with a possible fractured hip. DOB issued a violations and stop work order. Guardrail failed to hold weight of hose and hose fell approx.. 10ft hitting worker walking below on hip. Worker was taken to unknown hospital with possible hip fracture via ambulance. Full stop work order will be served for failure to safeguard along with additional ECB violations.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
steamfitter tripped into a sump pump opening while waling in the basement. The worker complained of lower back pain and was taken to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
plumber rolled his ankle when he stepped on a piece of wood. The worker transported himself to a clinic.”
“Two pedestrians were injured when metal fell from a
scaffold.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
carpenter cut his elbow on a metal stud while removing a channel. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager cut off the tip of his finger
while using a chipping gun. The worker was transported by ambulance.”
“A worker fell from the fourth to the third floor, when he
missed the first run of the ladder. The ladder had a gap of approximately ten inches between the form work and the first rung of the ladder. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
“A security guard was struck by a hammer that fell from
the second floor. The guard was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell hitting his hard hat while carrying a door frame down stairs. The worker was taken to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an iron worker was struck by a piece of wood that broke when the worker used it to move steel. The worker was taken
to the hospital by ambulance.”
“Two workers fell approximately ten feet when a section of floor gave way. The workers were wearing protective gear but it was the wrong type. The workers sustained minor injuries and were taken to the hospital. DOB
issued a violation and stop work order.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker tripped hitting his knee and ankle while walking out of a shanty. The worker transported himself to a clinic.
“The Site Safety manager reported to DOB that a worker
fell in the street while throwing garbage in a container. The worker was examined by the EMT and taken to the hospital with back pain.”
“A worker was struck on the back by a bold that fell from
the fourth floor. The worker was taken to a clinic. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
lost his balance and fell off a ladder and injured his shoulder. The worker was performing low voltage wiring. An ambulance was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
injured his back lifting a piece of duct work. The worker was sent to the hospital for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
fell down when the temporary elevator he was using stopped suddenly. The worker took the train to a clinic for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
carpenter broke his heal while descending a drop down ladder. The carpenter was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“A worker fell while loading planks on a truck and was
taken to the hospital with back pain.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was struck in the head with a piece of rebar and required stitches. Another worker installing heavy bar injured his wrist.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an iron
worker was struck on the shoulder by a bucket being lowered by another worker. The injured worker was taken to the hospital.”
A worker lost his footing and struck his head wile stripping form work. The worker was taken to the hospital for treatment. The worker was wearing protective equipment. No DOB action was necessary.
“A worker fell while installing scaffold. The worker was
taken to the hospital with non life threatening injuries. DOB Issued a violation and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
twisted his ankle while walking down stairs carrying a five gallon bucket of water. The worker was take to the hospital for treatment.”
“A pedestrian was struck in the head by a piece of
Plexiglas from a light under the sidewalk shed. The pedestrian was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued violations and a stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a lather
and supervisor was struck on the foot when the lather tripped while carrying the rebar. Both workers went to urgent care.”
“A worker twisted his ankle when he stepped back from
filling a mortar tub and lost his footing. The worker landed on a plank at the same level. The worker was transported to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an iron
worker was hit on the back of the neck by rebar that fell out of another worker’s hands. The worker was taken to the hospital for a check-up.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
workers twisted his ankle by slipping off an A-frame ladder during elevator operations. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance with slight swelling.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
carpenter sustained a minor puncture when struck by a piece of wire while doing rebar work on the foundation wall. The worker went to the hospital and returned to work.”
“A worker was hit by a brace on the hard hat when it
rolled over from the sidewalk shed while he was removing it. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance and treated and released.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that two
workers fell approximately eight feet while dismantling pipe scaffold. The workers were taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
sustained a cut to his leg when he slipped while walking on rebar. The worker was taken to the hospital for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was struck in the head when workers were passing sleeve inserts. The injured worker was taken to the hospital.”
“Two pedestrians were struck in by a piece of PVC pipe
when a van entered the site ran over the pipe causing it to become airborne. DOB issued violations and a stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
dropped a door frame on his leg and transported himself to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his leg while using a circular saw to cut a 2 X 4 on an unstable surface. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance. No DOB action was necessary.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
ran over her own foot with an A-Frame loaded with sheetrock. The worker transported herself to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker ran over their own foot with an A-Frame of sheetrock and was taken for medical care across the street.
“A pedestrian tripped over plywood placed on the
sidewalk at the driveway area. The pedestrian was treated for scratches to the face at the hospital. DOB issued a violation.”
“A worker was struck in the shoulder when he lost his
grip on plywood he was using for installing form work. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance. No DOB action was necessary.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker twisted their ankle while moving a mini-dumpster. The worker was taken to the hospital for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a cut when he hit his finger with a hammer. The worker was taken to a clinic for treatment.
The Site Safety Manage reported to DOB that a worker sustained a cut hand while coming off a baker scaffold. The Forman transported the worker to the hospital.
“The site Super reported to DOB that a worker was hit in the stomach, knocking him over, when the basket of the hydraulic pulley he was using became unstable. The
worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“A worker was struck in the head and shoulder when a
concrete pump hose became unstable. The worker was transported by ambulance. DOB Issued violations and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Coordinator reported to DOB that a
worker’s finger was injured when a piece of metal he was lifting slipped from his hands. The worker transported himself to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was kicked in the face by another worker who slipped while climbing up a column. The injured worker was taken to the hospital for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
cut his arm on a piece of threaded rod and transported himself to a clinic.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was hit in the head with a pipe while installing a hanger in the basement. The worker transported himself to the hospital for treatment of a scratch.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was cut on the ear when PVC pipe rolled off the rack. The worker was taken to a clinic for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
plasterer was injured when he moved an A-farm with a marble counter top and the countertop tipped and fell on his leg. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was hit in the arm yesterday by a brick tie/safety pin. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance for treatment.”
“The QSSP reported to DOB that a worker on a
suspended scaffold sustained a pinched arm from a piece of metal. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
“The Operations Manager reported to DOB that a worker
broke his ankle yesterday while dismantling a sidewalk shed. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.”
“A pedestrian sitting on the garden bench was struck by
a brick. The brick fell during chimney repairs and the area was not closed off to the public. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“A worker was struck in the face while setting rebar.
DOB issued violations and a stop work order.”
“A worker sustained broken legs when he jumped
approximately fifteen feet off a scissor lift. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
pinched his finger on a drill rig cable and was taken to the hospital for stitches.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker dropped a form on his toe and was seen by the onsite medic. The worker transported himself to a clinic.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker hit his head on a gang box while getting his hard hat.
The worker was taken to a clinic for treatment.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was cutting particle board and a piece got into his eye.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
injured his finger using a drill and transported himself to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
got his glove caught in a Threader while threading rod The worker walked to a clinic.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker hit his finger with a hammer yesterday and reported it the next day. The worker was taken to a clinic.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger on a saw and was transported to a clinic
for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
tripped and fell over a cable and was taken to the hospital with leg and shoulder pain.”
“The site Super reported to DOB that a worker fell
approximately five feet from a ladder while accessing a sidewalk shed. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker slipped while using taping stilts. The worker transported himself to the hospital with shoulder pain.
“A worker walked into a piece of rebar being carried by
another worker. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance with a bruised cheek.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger and walked to a clinic for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
lost his balance and fell approximately two feet off an A- frame ladder. The worker was taken to the hospital for shoulder pain.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was cut on the cheek while cutting PVC pipe and was taken to a clinic for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
hit his finger with a hammer and transported himself to a clinic.”
“A worker was cut on the ankle when the wheel from the
grinder he was using exploded. The EMT took the worker to the hospital. DOB issued a violation.”
“The Site Safety Coordinator reported to DOB that a worker fell in the hole he was digging to install a post for tree protection. The worker complained of back pain.
EMS was called and worker was taken to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
carrying a DOKA form dropped it on his own foot and was taken to the hospital for treatment.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker tripped over a stub up and injured his knee. The onsite medic called an ambulance. DOB issued violations.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
fell when the handrail gave way on the stairs he was ascending. The stairs were closed but no sign was posted. The onsite medic called an ambulance. DOB issued a violation.”
“A worker banged his arm while installing brick from a
supported scaffold. The worker went to a clinic for X- rays.”
“One worker was fatally injured and another seriously
injured in a collapse during demolitions operations. DOB issued violations and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
cut his finger on a metal stud and transported himself to a clinic.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
fell while moving a marble slab and injured his hand and foot. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that the
rigging foreman tripped and fell on top of a sidewalk shed. The worker was transported to the hospital by
ambulance. No DOB action was necessary.”
“A worker sustained a fractured wrist when he fell
approximately ten feet onto a bank of sand. DOB issued violations and a stop work order.”
“An iron worker sustained a fractured leg when steel
dropped from sorting hooks.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an iron
worker cut his finger with a piece of decking and was taken to the hospital for stitches.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
pedestrian struck his face when he tripped over a ramp in the walkway. An ambulance was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
tripped on rebar mat and was taken to the hospital with a swollen leg..”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
tripped while unloading door frames and fell approximately three to four feet from the truck. The worker was taken to the hospital with shoulder pain.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a lather
tripped striking his shoulder with rebar. The worker was taken to the hospital by car.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a bruised leg when a plank struck him. The onsite medic referred the worker to a medical clinic.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker miss stepped while descending a ladder and fell approximately three fee, injuring his back. The worker
was transported to the hospital by ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker pulled a muscle in his arm while lifting sheetrock. The worker was taken to the hospital by EMS.
“The SSM reporter to DOB that a worker cut his leg with
a box cutter and went on his own to a clinic.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
claimed she was struck by gravel while walking by the area where workers were pouring stone/gravel from the first floor to the basement. The worker reported the injury two hours after the fact and transported herself to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his hand during sheetrock work. The worker was
transported to a clinic.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
spilled gasoline on his back while carrying a demolition saw with the gas cover open. The onsite medic sent the
worker to a clinic for a check-up.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
cut his finger using a grinder. The Site Safety Manager transported the worker to a clinic and returned to the site.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
dropped a pipe on his foot and transported himself to a clinic and returned to the site.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a lather was hit in the wrist with rebar when it slipped from his hand. The worker complained of pain the next day and was transported to the hospital with a fractured hand.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his hand, went to a clinic and returned to the site.
“A worker was fatally injured when he fell from the roof
while installing plywood.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
struck himself in the chin with a wrench and transported himself to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was struck with a 2X4 and lanyard by another worker. NYPD was called. The injured worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker struck his head when he slipped on the loading dock. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.
A worker fell off a ladder and was taken to the hospital.
A worker fell approximately ten feet from a ladder. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance. The worker reportedly is able to return to work the next day.
“A worker operating a forklift improperly moved the load,
releasing the forks and crushing his arm. DOB issued violations and a stop work order.”
“A worker removed guardrails from the stairs while
transferring sheet rock, lost his balance and fell approximately sixteen feet.”
“The Project Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut
off his finger while using a table saw. The worker was transported to the hospital by another worker. DOB issued a violation.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was injured by a 3X4 piece of wood during stripping of concrete forms. The worker complained of pain and was transported to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
slipped and fell while walking up a ramp. The worker was taken to the hospital for a check-up.”
“A worker was struck by a tieback when it fell due to
being struck by an excavator bucket. DOB issued violations.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker
smashed his finger with a hammer and transported himself to the hospital.”
“Two workers fell approximately fifty feet when a
suspended scaffold went vertical. The workers were
transported to the hospital with unknown injuries. DOB issued violations and a stop work order.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker ran into another worker’s heal with a mini container. The injured worker walked himself to the hospital.
“A worker fell approximately ten feet when a section of
the slab floor collapsed. The worker was taken to the hospital with unknown injuries. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“A worker got debris in his eye and the onsite medic
recommended he go to a clinic.”
“An electrician got dust in his eye while pulling wire and
went to a medical clinic.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
cut his finger with a saw and went to a clinic for treatment. The worker returned to work.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
injured his finger during steel operation and went to the hospital on his own.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a
carpenter cut his finger while cutting sheet rock with a knife. The carpenter went to a clinic for stitches.”
“Three workers were trapped when soil collapsed during
excavation without a permit. The workers were taken to the hospital with minor injuries. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
sustained a cut to the leg from the grinder he was using. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“An electrical worker sustained major burns to the face
when an electrical bus board exploded.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
cut his finger and was sent to get stitches.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an iron
worker fell in a hole when he tripped on floor covering while walking backward with a wall panel.”
“The driver of a car was taken to the hospital by
ambulance with a panic attack after reporting that material fell from the site striking the windshield of the car. During an inspection, DOB found no evidence of material falling from the building.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his shin with a chain saw and was taken to the
hospital by ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
cut his finger with a tool bland and went to the hospital on his own.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his shin. The medic took the worker to a clinic.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that two workers suffered minor injuries when one of the workers tripped, causing the other worker to loose his balance. The workers were carrying a metal screw jack support.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
got something in his eye while stripping formwork. The foreman took him to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
hit his fingers with a hammer and went to a clinic on his own.”
“A worker cut his finger during forklift opera5ions and
was taken to the hospital for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
cut his finger on rebar and required stitches.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker twisted his ankle while moving steel. An ambulance was called to transport him to the hospital.
“A worker struck his head when he slipped and fell
backwards on the deck. DOB issued violations and stop work order.”
“A worker was fatally injured when he fell from the fourth
to the first floor when he was struck by a section of parapet that collapsed. DOB issued violations and a stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
cut the tip of his finger with a saw. The worker was treated by the onsite medic and transported to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
slipped on the stairs on Monday and refused medical treatment but complained of neck pain today and went to a clinic for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
slipped on a ladder and the foreman took him to the hospital for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
slipped off a ladder and went to the hospital for treatment on his own.”
“Two workers sustained minor injuries when the slab
collapsed under the manlift from which they were working. The workers were tied off and did not fall from the manlift but were bounced around. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
sustained minor cuts when he slipped on the ramp. Another worker transported the injured worker to the hospital.”
“A pedestrian was struck by the construction site
entrance gate. The pedestrian was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“A worker was trapped from the waist down when the
sides of an excavation pit collapsed. The worker was removed by FDNY and take to the hospital by ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s finger was caught between a temporary door. A co-worker transported the worker to the hospital.
“A worker tripped on rebar and complained of pain in the
leg. The worker went to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a driver was injured on Thursday evening,when formwork shoring fell from the thirteenth floor during stripping operations, hitting the car’s windshield. The driver was taken to the hospital. DOB issued a violation and stop
work order.”
The Site Safety Manager was struck on his toe when the chock under a metal container slipped and fell. The on- site medic sent the worker to a clinic.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was overcome by fumes from the generator running in the cellar level. The worker passed out and was taken to
the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker struck his head when he fell off a scissor lift that overturned. The worker was taken to the hospital by
ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell approximately fifteen feet from the second floor to the first floor after picking up a piece of plywood and falling through the opening in the floor. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his finger when it was caught between rebar during the loading of rebar on a truck. The worker went to the hospital on his own.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a security guard was bumped in the leg by a truck that was backing up. The alarm was sounding and a flagman was in place while the truck was backing up. The security guard refused treatment from the onsite medic and was taken to the hospital by ambulance.
“A worker fell and was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued violations and a stop work
order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a carpenter cut his finger when the saw he was using kicked back. The worker was taken to the hospital by
ambulance.”
“A worker fell approximately twenty feet from a scaffold and was taken to the hospital by EMS. DOB issued a
violation and stop work order.”
A worker tripped on a metal stud injuring his knee. The worker was taken to the hospital by EMS.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was struck in the arm by falling debris. The worker went to the hospital on his own.”
A worker fell while descending a ladder, landing on a bundle of rebar. The worker was taken to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker pinched their finger tip while moving a dumpster. The worker went to the hospital on their own.
“A worker was struck on the hardhat by a plank dropped from above by another worker. An ambulance was
called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his head when he fell while walking down stairs. The worker was taken to the hospital for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker pinched his finger while lifting a window. The worker
went to a clinic on his own.”
“A worker fell approximately five stories, landing on rebar. The worker was transported to the hospital. DOB
issued a stop work order.”
The Site Safety Coordinator reported to DOB that a worker injured his back when he slipped and fell due to snow and ice. The worker was transported to the hospital. DOB issued a stop work order.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger when it was caught between two pieces of steel. The worker was taken to a clinic.
“A worker cut his had on sheet metal while working on a
water tank. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician fell from a ladder when he overreached causing the ladder to toppled over. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his shoulder on Friday but did not report it until today. The worker went to the hospital on his own.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician was injured when a mini-container struck his leg. The worker was taken to the hospital.
“A worker was injured when a beam his fingers were
caught between the beam and column. The worker was transported to the hospital.”
“The Construction Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his back while moving a mini container. The worker was transported to the hospital by
ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained lacerated fingers when the saw he was using bounced back. The worker was transported to the
hospital by ambulance.”
“A worker injured his finger when a caisson rolled on his hand during unloading from the truck. The worker was
taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker missed a step while ascending a ladder. The worker
went to a clinic for treatment.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his thumb while moving a window installation system. He walked to the hospital on his own. NAN
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a plumber cut his hand while using a grinder. The worker
transported himself to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker dropped a pipe on his had and was taken to the hospital
by ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck by a forklift on February, 3, 2016. The accident was not reported until February 9, 2016. DOB
issued a violation.”
“A worker was fatally injured when he fell from a fire
escape while replacing a gutter system.”
“A crane collapsed fatally injuring one pedestrian and
injuring 3 civilians.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that the superintendent slipped, injuring his neck and walked to
the hospital on his own.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker bruised his ribs when he fell on the stairway and landed on a brace. The worker transported himself to the
hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a Pipe Fitter struck himself in the face with a pipe he was holding in place during installation of a sprinkler system. The worker went to urgent care for stitches.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was injured when struck in the head by a piece of a
concrete slab.”
A carpenter fell approximately fifteen feet from a manlift. He was taken to the hospital by ambulance. Final report A D.O.B. violation will be issued stopping all work on site ,Sites of Serious Incidents . Failure to safeguard
“A worker slipped in the snow and was taken to the
hospital by ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician cut his hand while using a saw to cut rebar. The electrician was transported to the hospital by
ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker strained his back while picking up a piece of rebar. The worker was transported to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was injured when not certified to operating a man lift, was driving it, it went off the side of the ramp. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
“The Construction Superintendent reported to DOB that a worker fell from a concrete slab shoring system the previous day and was taken to the hospital by
ambulance. DOB issued a violation.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell from a ten foot ladder while descending the ladder with a cup of coffee in his hand. The worker was taken to the hospital for observation.
“A worker was struck on the head when the load moved
while the worker was attempting to dislodge the stuck load.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck on the hard hat with a form. The worker was taken to the hospital with leg and neck injuries.
“The Site Safety manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his foot while descending from a step ladder.
The worker went to urgent care.”
The Site Safety manager reported to DOB that a worker slipped and fell from a ten foot ladder. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.
“A worker was struck in the back by an unsecured reshore. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued violations and a stop work
order.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell while walking up the stairs and complained of back pain. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that was sprayed in the face when the worker hit a fire extinguisher with the material he was moving and it discharged. The worker was taken to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his toe while unloading steel at the loading dock. The worker transported himself to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger while cutting tile with a grinder. The worker was transported to a clinic for stitches.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell approximately ten feet, when his safety harness failed, while boring steel. The safety harness was not being used according to the manufacturers specifications. DOB issued a violation and stop work
order.”
A worker injured his back while bending to pick up a railroad tie. The worker was taken to the hospital.
“During scaffold take down operations, a worker, who was tied, off lost his balance and fell backwards on the ninth floor hitting his head. No DOB action was
necessary.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s eye became irritated while working on a sprinkler. The worker went to the hospital on his own.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker broke his finger yesterday while jumping the cocoon system. The worker transported himself to a clinic the
next day.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a surveyor slipped on a poured concrete deck, injuring his shoulder. The surveyor was taken to the hospital. **
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“A worker fell from the roof to the first floor during demolition operation. The worker was taken to the hospital. The worker was not wearing fall protection
equipment.”
An electrician sprained his leg while pushing a spool of wire up a hoist ramp. The site medic called an ambulance. The worker was taken to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell
approximately four feet from a baker scaffold.”
A person who accessed the site, reported to FDNY that a person was trapped in a collapse at the demolition site. No collapse or trapped person was found by FDNY or NYPD. The reporting person was transported to the hospital by ambulance with no obvious injuries.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician received an electrical shock while testing a junction box. The worker was transported to the hospital
by ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck by a piece of concrete that fell out of an excavator bucket. The worker had not notified the operator of the excavator that he was working within the range of the ongoing excavation work. The worker was taken to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker got his finger caught in a drill. The worker was taken to
the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that during repair, a plywood fence fell, striking a pedestrian. The pedestrian was taken to the hospital by ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell down the stairs while moving pieces of scaffolding. The worker injured his hip and neck. An ambulance transported him to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a back injury while lifting a piece of plywood. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker slipped on a piece of pencil rod, injuring his back. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a flagman was struck on the leg by a car. An ambulance
transported him to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician received a shock from a branch circuit that was not de-energized. An ambulance transported the
worker to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s finger was cut when he grabbed a dolly as it tipped while being rolled down a hoist platform ramp.
An ambulance was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck by a piece of rebar that fell striking his hard hat during hoist installation. The worker was transported
to the hospital by EMS.”
“A worker’s leg was struck by a piece of concrete during demolition operations. An ambulance transported the
worker to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician walked to a clinic after being struck on his
hard hat by a door frame.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician’s electrocuted when his hand came in contact with a live wire. The electrical equipment was not de- energized before work on the light fixture began. The electrician worked on a light fixture. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker pulling a PWR jack wheel, rolled it over his foot while on the street outside the site. An ambulance transported
the worker to the hospital.”
“A worker fell approximately four feet when he lost his footing while accessing the stair tower of a mast climber. The worker was transported to the hospital by
ambulance with fractured hand.”
“A worker fell approximately seven feet from a supported scaffold. The worker was transported to the hospital by
EMS.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a plumber struck and injured his back when he bent down to pick up equipment. The worker went to the hospital
on his own.”
A worker was fatally injured when an overloaded elevator shaft platform above the worker, fell, striking the worker. The worker to into the cellar.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was stuck by a nail during stripping operations. The manager walked the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
stepped on a nail and was taken to a clink.”
A worker was injured when a reshore fell, striking the worker on the back. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker got dirt in his eye while standing next to a drilling machine. The worker went to the hospital on his own.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker slipped on Masonite and landed on his wrist. FDNY
transported him to the hospital.”
“A pedestrian and child were struck when the wind blew over a barrier with a chain-link fence on top of it. The
barrier was not filled with water.”
A worker twisted his ankle while exiting a hoist. The foreman transported the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger while adjusting a bathtub. The worker was
transported to the hospital.”
“While removing plywood from the roof, a worker slipped off a rafter and fell one story. DOB issued violations and
a stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s foot was injured when a radiator fell over on the worker. An ambulance transported the worker to the
hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that grease from equipment splashed into a worker’s eye. An ambulance transported him to the hospital. The worker was not wearing protective eye wear.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker strained his back while installing windows. The worker
was taken to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger on a metal stud, while installing a shower body. The worker walked to a clinic.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker got a splinter in his had. The EMT was unable to remove it and sent the worker to a local clinic.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker struck his hand when he tripped over sheetrock.
Another worker transported the injured worker to the
hospital.”
A worker fell two floors when the floor he was removing gave way. The worker was working outside of the safety rails. DOB issued violations and a stop work order.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker stripping formwork, was struck on the ankle by plywood. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s hand was cut during formwork. The worker
was taken for medical care.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s finger got wedged between beams. The
worker went to a clinic.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an
electrician’s hand was scrapped by pencil rod. The worker went to the emergency room.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that steel rolled over a worker’s foot while the worker was moving the steel by hand. Another worker transported the
injured worker to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that, while pushing a cart with jacks, a worker’s finger was pinched between the cart and re-shore. The worker was
transported to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker, stripping concrete formwork, was struck on the shoulder by a shoring post. The worker went to a clinic for a
check-up.”
A worker twisted his back while installing a hoist cab. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that s speck of concrete fell into a plumber’s eye while drilling overhead. After flushing the eye, the worker walked to
the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker, using a box knife to cut material, cut his wrist. The
worker went to a clinic on his own.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a compressor wheel fell on a workers leg when the worker was moving the compressor and hit the garage fence. The worker was transported to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s eye was injured when the worker cut through electrical conduit pipe that was marked with overspray
as not to be cut.”
“A worker slipped while dismantling a one-frame scaffolding and fell on his head. An ambulance
transported him to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician cut his finger on a piece of metal. Another
worker transported him to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a cut hand when the grinder he was using kicked back. The EMT sent the worker to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker, working with rebar, sustained a cut hand when it became caught between rebar. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
“A worker was fatally when they fell off the roof. Another worker was injured. DOB issued violations and a stop
work order.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was hit by a chip while cutting concrete block with a wet saw. An ambulance transported him to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger on a pipe while installing irrigation pipes. The worker walked to a clinic for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a concrete worker fell through the foundation wall and SOE while climbing a ladder. The worker was
transported to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker, wearing a safety harness, fell from the ninth floor, sustaining a broken nose and bruises. An ambulance
was on site.”
“During demolition operations, a worker was struck in the
face by a brick that fell from the floor above. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a carpenter injured his shin when he tripped on a piece of reshore. The on-site medic sent the worker to the
hospital for a check-up”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker using a track fast gun, struck another worker in the head while lowering the gun to his side. The injured worker was taken to a nearby clinic.
“A worker was seriously injured when hit by the bucket of an excavator. The worker was transported to the
hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his back when he fell approximately forty inches from a scaffold, An ambulance transported the worker to
the hospital.”
A worker was fatally injured when struck on the head by a plank during dismantling of a supported scaffold. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s neck was burned by a hot pipe that fell during demolition. EMS transported the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
tripped on a piece of rebar, injuring his knee. The worker walked to the hospital.”
A worker fell off a baker scaffold when the soffit he was cutting down from the ceiling detached, striking the worker. DOB issued violations and stop work order.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a pedestrian sustained a small bump on the head when they were struck by a pipe being dismantled from a
concrete pump by a worker.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician cut his arm on a metal stud while preforming wiring above the ceiling. The foreman transported the
injured worker to a local clinic.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that, while removing apiece of angle iron, a worker dropped it on his other hand. The worker was taken to an urgent care
facility.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger while using a grinder. An ambulance took
him to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that, during stripping operations, a form work stripping bar punctured a workers arm. The worker was transported
to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker, carrying form work, dropped a panel on his foot. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut foot when the saw he was using kicked back. The worker was taken to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker tripped over plywood and fell injuring his knee. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker bruised his leg when he tripped and struck a piece of steel plate. The foreman walled the worker to the
hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a minor cut when the nylon strap he was using to secure a hoist tower on a truck, popped off striking the worker. The worker was treated by the onsite medic and walked to a clinic on his own.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker twisted his ankle while setting up a baker scaffold. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
“A worker fell through an opening while installing a guard rail around the sheer wall shaft opening. EMS was
called. DOB issued a violation.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell from the first floor to the basement through an opening in the floor. An ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fractured his ankle while pushing a cart loaded with
pipes.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s foot was injured when a nail he stepped penetrated his boot. An ambulance transported the
worker to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s hand was punctured by a nail when he slipped and fell on the site. The worker walked to a clinic for
treatment and returned to work.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his leg while using a skill saw to cut a piece of lumber. An ambulance was called. No DOB
enforcement action was necessary.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker complained of back pain after falling through a floor opening, from the twenty-fifth floor to the twenty-fourth floor. An ambulance transported him to the hospital.
DOB issued a violation.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a cut when he pinched his finger while tightening a bolt on a crane. An ambulance transported
the worker to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger while moving black iron pipe. The foreman drove the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his wrist while cutting a piece of rebar. First aid was rendered on-site and an ambulance transported the
worker to the hospital.”
“A worker was struck in the leg by a concrete bucket when it shifted in the container, where the worker was cleaning it. The worker was transported to a hospital with a broken leg. DOB issued a violation and partial
stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his hand when the grinder he was using to cut an aluminum beam kicked back. An ambulance
transported the worker to the hospital.”
“A pedestrian entered the construction site through an open fence and fell into the cellar through an unprotected floor opening. The pedestrian was transported to the hospital. DOB issued a violation and
stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker stepped on a nail and was transported to the hospital for
treatment.”
A worker twisted his ankle when a construction fence blew over. The foreman transported the worker to the hospital. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker struck hi finger with a hammer. On-site medic transported worker to the clinic across the street.
Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that grout splashed in a workers face. The worker was wearing eye protection. The worker was taken to urgent care.
“A worker fell from the sixth floor to the fifth floor while removing the temporary platform built over a riser shaft. The worker was wearing a harness but was not tied off. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
A worker was splashed with grout when the hose on the pump being used to grout caissons, ruptured. The pressure of the hose rupture blew off the worker’s eye and ear protection. The worker was taken to the hospital. DOB issued a violation.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell off a scaffold. The worker was taken to the hospital.
DOB issued a violation.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician cut his arm while using a knife to remove insulation from wires near a panel. The on-site medic transported the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his back while unloading windows from a truck.
An ambulance was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his hand while installing rebar. The worker went to
the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker got his finger caught between the metal gates he was moving down a ramp. The worker walked to a clinic for
treatment.”
The Construction Manager reported to DOB that a worker was burned during tar operations when a pipe came loose burning the worker’s hands and face. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital. At the time of inspection, DOB observed no violating conditions. No DOB action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB injured his knee when he stumbled on the floor finish protection. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a plumber cut his finger on a metal stud while installing copper pipe. The worker took himself to a clinic.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that injured his back while preparing a load to be lifted by a crane. The foreman transported the worker to a clinic.
“The site watchman was injured when the gate he was opening came off its track and fell. DOB issued a
violation.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
cut his finger with a blade. The worker transported himself to the hospital for treatment.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an iron worker dropped a piece of steel on his foot. The worker went to the hospital after completing the work day.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his hand when the drill he was using slipped. The on- site medic treated the worker. The worker went to the
hospital for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician injured his hand while using a drill. The worker was treated by the on-site medic and sent to a
clinic.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a plumber injured his shoulder when he tripped and fell while walking down the stairs. An ambulance
transported the plumber to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell approximately six feet from a supported scaffold while painting the façade. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital. DOB issued a violation.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his shoulder while carrying a piece of re-shore. The worker walked to a clinic for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
broke his finger while setting formwork.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s lip was struck when the worker closed his toolbox. The worker walked to a clinic for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that worker’s leg was cut when he lost his balance while bending forward while using a grinder to grind concrete. The worker was transported the hospital for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his finger while unloading a truck. The worker walked to the hospital for x-rays and returned to work.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a mason cut his arm while using a grinder. An ambulance
transported the worker to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that was struck in the face when a glass panel slipped from his hand during window installation. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
cut his arm on a small piece of metal and went to the doctor’s office for treatment.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a broken foot when a large sheet of glass fell on his foot. The worker was carrying the glass sheet with suction cups when he lost his balance. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his elbow while making a cage out of rebar. The
worker transported himself to a clinic.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician injured his ribs when he miss-stepped and fell while descending a ladder. The foreman transported
the worker to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker caught his finger between rebar during rebar installation. The foreman took the worker to the doctor’s
office.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his elbow on a metal stud while walking by it. The worker was taken to the hospital for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a carpenter injured his back when he fell from a ladder. The worker was ascending the ladder with a piece of 3’X4′ wood and fell approximately four feet. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s finger was cut when the re-bar the worker was prying, slipped forward. The worker went to a clinic for
stitches.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an iron worker was struck on the ankle by a pipe that rolled off a cart that a plumber was bringing down a ramp. An ambulance transported the iron worker to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker bent down and struck his head on a scaffold frame. The worker was sent to the doctor for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker pinched his thumb between pieces of re-bar and walked
to a clinic for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager was reported to DOB that a worker twisted his ankle when he lost his balance while descending an A-frame ladder and fell from the third or fourth rung. An ambulance transported the worker to the
hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell off a dump truck while ascending the truck’s ladder. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a carpenter’s co-worker sustained a cut hand while assisting the carpenter in cutting a 2’X4′ piece of wood.
An ambulance was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was injured when a portion of the second floor collapsed. The worker was transported to the hospital
with minor injuries.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrical worker injured his back. An ambulance
transported him to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s thumb was caught between re-shores. The
worker went to the hospital for treatment.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his knee while descending a ladder. An ambulance transported him to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a cut to the forehead when he fell forward after tripping on a piece of wood. The foreman walked
him to a clinic.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that debris blew into a worker’s eye while he was drilling a bracket in an elevator shaft. The worker transported himself to
the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician cut his arm on a piece of re-bar. The
electrician walked to a clinic for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker twisted his ankle when he slipped and fell through the rebar during a concrete pour. The foreman took him to a
clinic.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker slipped and fell backward while carrying material. A co-
worker took him to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker twisted his ankle when he tripped on the floor while carrying a box of coffee. A co-worker took him to the
hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker struck his head when he fell approximately seven to eight feet during formwork. The worker was not wearing a harness. A co-worker walked the worker to a clinic.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that worker injured his ankle when he tripped over a cable of hand tools. The worker was sent to the hospital for a check-up.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his wrist when he fell off a ladder. An ambulance
transported him to the hospital.”
A worker fell from an A-frame ladder when he overreached while installing a track for an HVAC unit. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his finger while moving a scaffold frame. The on- site medic treated the worker and walked him to a
doctor’s office.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his finger during crane operations. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
A pedestrian was struck by a piece of wood from a sidewalk shed during scaffold dismantling. A plank from the scaffold came loose while it was being lowered to the sidewalk shed. It dislodged a plank from the shed to break, striking the pedestrian in the leg. The pedestrian was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a cut arm when he tripped while walking down a ramp and fell against a sheet of metal. The on- site medic treated the worker but the worker went to the
hospital later.”
A worker fell approximately twelve feet, sustaining a head injury, when he lost his footing while installing plywood. The worker fell through a floor opening to the floor below. The worker was transported to the hospital. No DOB action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger while cutting zip ties with a knife. The foreman transported the worker to the hospital.
“A pedestrian was injured when an unsecured construction fence fell striking the pedestrian and a vehicle. The injured pedestrian was transported to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued a violation and stop
work order.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a back injury when struck by a re-shore frame that fell from a stack of re-shores. An ambulance was called. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that, during stripping operations, a dropped a piece of 2’X4′ wood, pushing his hand against rebar. The worker went to a
clinic for a check-up.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell approximately seven feet off a ladder. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a carpenter injured his knee when he tripped while carrying materials during stripping operations. The on-
site medic sent the carpenter for x-rays.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker lost a fingernail while storing a piece of equipment in a
wooden box.”
Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that, while moving a water tank, a worker’s arm was pinned between the excavator bucket and the steel water tank The worker was taken to the hospital. DOB issued a violation.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker slipped while ascending a ladder and fell from the fourth floor to the third floor. The worker was taken to the
hospital.”
“A worker sustained an injured leg when the horses holding steel rebar was bumped causing the steel to fall on the worker. The injured worker was transported to
the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker stepped on a nail. The nail penetrated his shoe and punctured his foot. The on-site medic took the worker to
a clinic.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker tripped on the safety cable and netting, and fell as he was going through the building window, from the scaffold. An ambulance transported the worker to the
hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker using a circular saw cut his leg. An ambulance
transported the worker to the hospital.”
“The Construction Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his ankle when he fell off a truck while he was rigging equipment. An ambulance transported the
worker to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell from an A-frame ladder and was found on the floor by the foreman. An ambulance transported the worker to
the hospital.”
A worker using a pallet jack bumped into another worker. The struck worker was taken to the hospital with rib pain. No DOB action was necessary.
The party wall was compromised with vertical and horizontal cracks due to construction at the adjacent property. The work taking place was not permitted. One injured resident was transported to the hospital. DOB issued a violations, a stop work order, and a vacate.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a taper injured his hand when he fell off a pair of stilts. The
foreman took him to the hospital.”
“A worker was struck in the knee by a turnbuckle that snapped while installing a column. An ambulance
transported the worker to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his back when he fell off an A-frame ladder. An
ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his leg when he dropped a crate of glasses while transferring the crate from a truck to an A-frame. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker twisted his knee when he stepped on a piece of wood while moving a pallet jack. An ambulance transported
the worker to the hospital.”
“The company Safety Director reported to DOB that a worker was struck by a piece of shoring when it fell approximately three and a half feet, while another worker was attaching netting to a guardrail above the injured worker. An ambulance transported the worker to
the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker caught his finger between form panels during stripping operations. The worker went to the hospital and
returned to work.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that sustained a cut while grinding a piece of steel that bounced and struck him in the face. The worker went to
the hospital in a cab.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a truck driver was struck on his back by the truck’s trunk. An ambulance transported him to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck on the foot by a block that fell during masonry work. The worker did not report the injury but went to the doctor on his own and reported the injury the
next day.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker banged his finger and complained of pain. An ambulance
transported the worker to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger and called an ambulance but did not report it to the Site Safety Manager. The ambulance did not transport the worker. The worker went to the hospital
in a friend’s car.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker smashed his finger with a sledge hammer. The foreman escorted the worker to the hospital in a cab.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s arm was cut by a metal stud while the worker was walking by a mini container. A co-worker took the
injured worker to a clinic.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his hand when he grabbed a metal duct to recover his balance after having lost his balance while searching his tool box for tools. The worker went to the doctor’s office for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sprained his ankle when he tripped over a rebar mat. The worker went to a clinic for a check-up.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s arm was cut when the grinder he was using on the ceiling kicked back. The worker walked to a clinic for
treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck on the head when a post fell during stripping operations. An ambulance transported the worker to the
hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a carpenter dropped a piece of plywood on his foot. The
foreman took the worker to the doctor.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his finger on a metal panel. The injury occurred on a closed worksite. Another worker transported the injured worker to a clinic for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his ankle and was transported to a clinic for
treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a broken leg during movement of a material box. The worker was transported to the hospital by
ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck on the had when a section of form work tipped over during loading of a truck. The worked was
transported to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his hand when the formwork he was carrying slipped. The worker transported himself to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was injured when a piece of sheetrock fell while he was loading it on an A-frame. The worker was treated and
released at the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker slipped on a staircase injuring his head and shoulder. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
A worker slipped and fell through the deck landing while installing Q Decking. The worker was treated for lacerations to the head and released from the hospital. The site had all safety measures in place.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker a worker sustained a cut knee when the grinder he was using kicked back. The worker was transported to the
hospital.”
The Project Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his leg while unloading a truck. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was struck by a ladder when it was hit by another worker. The injured worker was transported to the hospital by
ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker walked into a controlled access area and was struck on the hardhat by a small piece of metal. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a plumber fell while descending a ladder and twisted his knee. The medic on-site called an ambulance to
transport him to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s knee gave out when he stood up after sanding a floor. The worker was transported to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker broke his leg when he fell exiting an Excavator. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a cut arm while unloading metal studs. The worker walked to a clinic for treatment and returned to
work.”
“A worker fell from the third floor to the second floor when he stepped onto a floor joist that broke. The worker was transported to the hospital with minor
injuries.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker twisted his ankle on the sidewalk curb. The worker was
transported to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker dropped a piece of metal on his foot. The worker reported the injury a couple of hours later and an
ambulance was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker reported today that he injured his back on Friday while using a jack hammer. The worker transported himself to
the hospital after work.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger while tightening a bolt. The worker walked to a clinic for treatment and returned to work.
“A pedestrian was struck by a fence panel during the fence installation. The pedestrian was transported to the
hospital.”
A worker cut his finger on a piece of metal during re-bar operations. The worker walked to a clinic for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker got concrete in his eye. The onsite medic washed out the eye and the worker walked to the hospital for further
treatment”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician fell from a ladder and scrapped his back. The electrician went to his doctor for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a concrete worker twisted his ankle. The worker took a
taxi to a clinic for treatment.”
A worker dropped a piece of sheetrock on his foot. The worker was transported to the doctor for x-rays.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s hand was pinched between a lintel and brick
sill. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck by sheetrock that fell when he lost his balance while moving the sheetrock on an A-frame. The worker was transported to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a plumber provided a doctor’s note today after sustaining a cut on his cheek on Friday while installing a section of pipe. The worker went to the hospital on Sunday.
“The Construction Superintendent reported to DOB that a
worker cut his finger with a circular saw. An ambulance was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his eye when he struck a cross brace while walking under form work. The worker walked to a clinic
for treatment.”
“A worker was struck when the ceiling dislodged during
demolition operations. The worker was transported to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety reported to DOB that a worker twisted his ankle when he tripped over a tieback while exiting the hoist. A co-worker transported him to the hospital for
a check-up.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician was struck in the head by wire that came off the machine used to pull the wire through conduit. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB a worker sustained a cut on his arm when he dropped a pipe. A co-worker transported him to a clinic.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker twisted his ankle when he stepped on some material. A co-worker transported him to the hospital.
A worker fell from the fifth floor to the ground when he slipped while leaning out a window to unload material from a box on the LULL. The worker was conscious when transported to the hospital.
A worker was fatally injured when he was struck by a cinder block that fell from the fourth floor. The worker was transported to the hospital in serious condition.
“A worker stood up and struck his head on a stud, sustaining a cut on his face. The worker was
transported to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his leg and was transported to the hospital by a
co-worker.”
“A worker cut his leg with a grinder. A co-worker
transported him to the hospital.”
A worker fell approximately thirteen feet when he lost his balance while pulling on a piece of plywood. The worker fell through a floor opening not protected by guardrails. worker was not wearing fall protection equipment. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
fell approximately eighteen to twenty feet. The worker was transported to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his arm. The foreman transported the worker to
Urgent Care.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck on his hardhat by a piece of form work. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a pedestrian was injured when they slipped on a ramp in front of the job site. The pedestrian was transported to
the hospital by ambulance.”
“A worker sustained a laceration to the head when he was struck by a piece of concrete from the adjacent site to the hospital. DOB issued a violation and stop work
order.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker walked under a cross-brace and struck his face. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker dropped a piece of formwork on his foot. The worker
went to a clinic on his own.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker walked into a horizontal stud. The worker went to a
clinic with a cut on his nose.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
walked into a form work cross brace. An ambulance transported him to the hospital”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a pedestrian slipped and fell on the low height plywood ramp on the sidewalk. The pedestrian was transported to the hospital by ambulance with a bruised leg.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his wrist on a sharp piece of metal. An ambulance
transported him to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker stepped on a concrete pump pipe and twisted his ankle. A co-worker transported him to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
sustained a laceration to his leg when he fell while descending a ladder.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
injured his toe while operating a pallet jack. The worker went to the hospital on his own.”
“The Project Manager reported to DOB that a mason cut his arm while using a hand tool. The Mason walked to
the hospital for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
stepped on a screw and walked to a doctor’s office for a tetanus shot.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was injured when he stepped on a chair rail. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a cut hand when his co-worker lost his grip on a ceiling panel they were installing and it struck the injured worker. An ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his leg when he slipped and fell while pulling a crate. A co-worker transported the injured worker to the
hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a driver making a delivery, was struck on the leg with a piece of concrete debris. An ambulance transported the driver to
the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a bruised and scratched ankle while carrying a piece of blacktop. An ambulance transported the
worker to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his knee when he tripped. The worker went to
Urgent Care.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger while using a circular saw. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
“The Project Executive reported to DOB that a worker was injured during the night when a truck used for moving debris struck the loading dock. The injured worker was transported to the hospital, treated and
released.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his arm on a piece of metal and walked to the
hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician fell while ascending an “A” frame ladder. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance with back and head injuries.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his knee when he tripped on a bold while picking up material. The worker went to Urgent Care on his own.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a mechanic cut his arm while working on equipment. A co- worker transported him to the hospital.
“A worker sustained a cut to the head when he struck his
head on an air conditioner condenser unit. EMS transported the worker to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his finger while lifting a steel plate. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck on his hard hat, by a bolt, when the piston of a hydraulic machine, broke. The worker was transported
to the hospital.”
The Superintendent reported to DOB that a worker complained of back pain while striping forms. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his foot while moving steel. A co-worker transported the injured worker to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck by sheetrock that fell while the worker was cutting it. An ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his hand while bonding some wire. The worker was treated by the on-site medic and then went to his own
doctor.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that, on the previous day, a worker cut his arm on a nail. The worker
transported himself to the hospital.”
“A worker cut his finger while moving a scaffold. The
foremen transported him to the hospital.”
“A worker was injured when a mason line stretched causing a nail to pop out, striking the worker in the eye. The worker was transported to the hospital by
ambulance.”
“A worker sustained serious injuries when he fell from through an opening in the concrete deck from the third floor to the cellar. DOB issued violations and a stop
work order.”
“A pedestrian was struck by a fence blown over by wind
during a storm. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a plumber sustained a cut on his forehead while caring rebar. The worker transported himself to the hospital.
A neighbor was struck by a piece of brick and tar debris while workers were using a chipping gun from a suspended scaffold at the adjacent property. The neighbor suffered a small cut and was transported to hospital. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his knee during concrete form work. The injured worker walked across the street to Urgent Care.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a broken arm when she fell while carrying rebar on the top deck. The worker walked to the hospital and returned to the site to report the injury.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his hand while cutting a piece of façade with a grinder. An ambulance transported the injured worker to
the hospital.”
A plumber injured his leg when he stepped in a hole for pipelines. All other holes were covered, marked and secure. The injured worker was transported to the hospital. No DOB action was necessary.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger during concrete form work stripping operations. The on-site medic referred the worker to a
clinic.”
“A worker cut his hand wile cutting a piece of façade with
a grinder. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his finger during stripping operations. A co- worker transported the injured worker to the hospital
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his hand on a piece of metal. The Site Safety Manager transported the injured worker to a clinic.
A welder stepped on some pipes, injuring his right side. The welder refused medical treatment but returned to work the next day and transported him self to a clinic without notifying the Site Safety Manager.
“A worker’s foot was injured while a forklift was backing up, moving rebar. The injured worker was treated on- site and transported to a clinic. DOB issued a violation
and stop work order.”
“A worker had a muscle spasm during form work stripping operations. An ambulance. Transported the
worker to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck by a crowbar that fell from the adjacent deck which was approximately three feet higher than the one on which the injured worker was working. The worker went to a clinic on his own.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained back and knee injures when he fell after he stepped on a piece of Styrofoam while descending a flight of stairs. An ambulance transported the injured
worker to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a plumber sustained a laceration on the face when he was struck by a stud while walking in the framing area. The foreman drove the plumber to the hospital for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was cut by a wire while moving material. The worker
walked to a clinic.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell approximately twenty feet down a shaft. The worker was conscious when transported to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
A civilian on a moped was struck by a section of construction fence that blew over while being relocated. The injured worker was conscious when taken the hospital. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician twisted his ankle when he slipped on the first floor. An ambulance transported him to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an elevator technician got his finger caught between two piece of rail while installing the rails inside the elevator shaft. The worker was transported to the hospital by
ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his hand on a drilling rig and went to a clinic for
treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell approximately eight feet when the rebar he used to tie off gave way. The worker was conscious when
transported to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his back when he fell from the loading dock while unloading a pallet of materials. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his hand on a wire causing it to swell. A co- worker drove the injured worker to a clinic for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck by a re-shore when it was struck by the A- frame cart the workers were using to transport material. EMS transported the injured worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker caught his arm between the hoist door and the gang box he was moving. A co-worker transported the injured
worker to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck by a hammer dropped by another worker from above during curtain wall installation. The injured worker was transported to the hospital. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck on the foot by a caisson pile when the cable on the drilling machine slipped during pile driving operations. The injured worker was transported to the
hospital by ambulance.”
A worker was pinched between a column and horizontal support that failed at the weld during installation at the elevator shaft. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck in the leg by a piece of his hammer when it
broke.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell approximately four feet, off a work box, and was
taken to the hospital.”
“A worker fell approximately twelve feet when he stepped on a roof panel that gave way. The worker was not tied off at the time of the fall. DOB issued a violation and
stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that during stripping operations, one worker struck another worker’s hand with a hammer. The injured worker left to go the
hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell approximately ten feet while installing scaffolding. The injured worker was taken to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck by a jersey barrier fence while in the process of moving the fence. The worker was taken to the hospital by EMS. DOB issued a violation and stop work
order.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was injured while unloading a box of window panels and the box fell on his leg. The injured worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his knee with a sheetrock knife while cutting netting. The injured worker was taken to the hospital for
treatment.”
“Two workers fell approximately ten feet to the cellar level when the aluminum door frame they were removing, dislodged striking the workers, causing them to fall. The workers were transported to the hospital.
DOB issued a violation and stop work order.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s foot was caught between a dolly and the pipe he was moving. The worker was taken to the doctor’s
office for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained a weld burn to his eye during welding operation. The worker was sent to urgent care for
treatment.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger while cutting wood with a circular saw. The injured worker went urgent care for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker the wheel of an A-Frame cart rolled over a worker’s toe while he was using it to move steel. The injured worker walked to urgent care for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s finger was caught between the rigging hook and the flange of the beam being moved by a crane. The worker went across the street to the hospital for
stitches and returned to work.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell approximately four feet from a ladder while performing form work. An ambulance transported the
worker to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker sustained cuts when the glass panel he was installing shattered. The injured worker was taken to a clinic for treatment. No violating conditions were observed at the time of inspection.
“The Construction Superintendent reported to DOB that a worker injured his shoulder when he fell off a baker scaffold. An ambulance transported the injured worker
to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
was struck when he mishandled material. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
Two workers were transported to the hospital due to carbon monoxide in the cellar where concrete equipment was in use. One worker was treated and released. The other worker was kept for observation.
Two workers were using an A-frame to move heavy steel tubes when lost his grip on the tube and the other worker sustained two cut fingers when he attempted to stop the tubs from falling. The injured worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
hit himself in the nose with a crowbar and walked to urgent care for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck on the foot by a post he was lifting with a jack. A co-worker transported the injured worker to the
hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck on the foot by a ladder that was on the floor leaning against the wall. The on-site medic sent the injured worker to a clinic for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger while using a portal saw to cut a metal tube. An ambulance transported the injured worker to
the hospital.”
A pedestrian was injured when a piece of sheetrock fell striking the pedestrian The injured pedestrian was transported to the hospital with cuts on the head. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
A worker was struck on the head and back by a pole from the cocoon system. The pole was leaning against the wall. The worker was transported tot the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker slipped and fell while rolling a wheel of wire on a ramp. The worker sustained cuts and bruises. An ambulance
was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell approximately twelve feet while working in a shaft with no harness. An ambulance transported the worker
to the hospital.”
“A worker was struck when a clamp on a concrete pump broke causing the hose to strike the worker. The worker was alert when transported to the hospital. DOB issued
a violation.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his knew when he tripped and fell while carrying a bucket. An ambulance transported the worker to the
hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a carpenter cut his arm while bending a piece of sheet metal. An ambulance transported him to the hospital for
treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
hit himself in the eye with a piece of metal and walled to urgent care for treatment.”
A worker was struck in the head by a ladder inside a hoist when the weld failed and the ladder fell. The injured worker was transported to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker banged his lip while installing a beam and transported
himself to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrical worker cut his finger while replacing a tile. The worker transported himself to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician injured his ribs when he fell while installing conduit in a three foot trench. The electrician was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
A worker was struck on the head by a bolt when he walled under the sidewalk shed during installation. The injured worker was transported to the hospital.
A worker cut his fingers while using a table saw with the safety guard removed. The injured worker was taken to the hospital. DOB issued a violation.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker tripped while carrying a pipe and was struck on the nose, sustaining a laceration. An ambulance transported
the worker to the hospital.”
“An iron worker fell approximately thirty feet in a shaft while bolting steel beams from a ladder. The ladder slipped and the worker fell over the cable guardrails. The injured worker was conscious when taken to the
hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck in the head while unloading a delivery. The worker was checked on-site but went to the hospital as
a precaution.”
A bricklayer fell off an interior two-frame pipe scaffold when he leaned on the guardrail and it gave way. The injured worker was transported to the hospital with a knee injury. DOB issued a violation.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an elevator technician got debris in his eye while installing the elevator car. An ambulance transported him to the
hospital.”
A worker was fataly injured when he fell approximately forty-sixth floors. The worker stepped outside the savety zone and failed to attach his harness to a lifeline.
An engineer reported to DOB that he sustained an injury to his foot when some brick fell over during bracing operations to stabilize a wall. An ambulance transported the engineer to the hospital.
A worker fell from the ninth floor to the eighth floor when he stepped on a beam being installed and the beam twisted. The worker was wearing a harness but was not tied off. The worker was conscious when transported to the hospital. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a carpenter cut his finger while using a saw during concrete formwork. The foreman transported the worker
to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker slipped while drilling, injuring his forehead. The worker
went to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell from the bottom rung of a ladder, injuring his leg.
The worker went to the hospital.”
A worker was struck in the face by an exterior metal wall panel that was being removed during asbestos abatement. The worker’s strapped the panel to the boom lift causing the panel to swing, striking the worker. EMS transported the worker to the hospital.
A worker’s finger was caught between two re-shores. A co-worker transported him to urgent care.
“A worker slipped while walking across a bundle of wet rebar. An ambulance transported the worker to the
hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker slipped of a wet excavator and twisted his ankle. The
worker was taken to the hospital.”
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was struck by a mortar tub when it fell from the upper level of a scaffold, striking the worker on the lower level of the scaffold. The worker was transported to the hospital. DOB issued violations and a stop work order.
A worker’s face was scratched wile moving metal studs. A co-worker transported him to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker’s knee was injured when the grinder he was using kicked back. The injured worker went to the
hospital by cab.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was injured when a glass shower door fell on his leg while being unloaded. An ambulance transported him to
the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut the inside of his arm while standing on a ladder. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
A worker was struck on his head by a shoring jack that fell during stripping of concrete formwork. The injured worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his wrist while using a saw. The worker was transported to the hospital in a taxi by a co-worker.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was hit on the jaw by a piece of metal. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
The driver of a dumpster truck was struck by a piece of metal causing him to fall approximately twelve feet off the ladder on the side of the truck. The driver was standing on the ladder, directing a back-hoe that was pushing down the debris in the dumpster. The driver was transported to the hospital by EMS.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his back and neck when he slipped and fell while preparing to sweep the eyebrows. An ambulance transported him to the hospital.
“A worker sustained two broke legs when the steel beam he was shimming in the pocket fell out of the pocket and struck the worker. The worker was transported to the hospital by EMS. DOB issued violations and a stop work
order..”
A worker fell approximately fifteen feet when the hydraulic jack he was using knocked the worker down. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
“A worker sustained a broke leg during caisson pile operation when a caisson pile on the ground rolled and struck the worker. An ambulance transported the worker
to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that during stripping operations, a worker was struck by a form panel when it fell. The worker walked to the ambulance on his own and was transported to the hospital.
“A worker was stuck by a piece of plywood. The worker
was transported to the hospital.”
“A worker got a splinter while unloading material and
went to a clinic to have it removed.”
“A worker fell approximately sixteen feet down a shaft while moving a concrete pump hose. The vertical netting around the shaft was not in the proper position. The worker was conscious when transported to the hospital by EMS. DOB issued a violation and stop work
order.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a truck driver sprained his ankle when a jack slipped while the driver was trying to tie up some material using straps and the jack failed to engage. The driver was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
A worker cut his had wile cutting caulking material. The worker went to urgent care and returned to work.
“A worker stepped on a nail, injuring his foot. The worker
walled to the hospital.”
Three workers were injured at the site. One worker was injured when a concrete formwork rib fell on the worker’s leg. Two additional workers were injured when struck by wood form that fell from the tenth floor to the third floor. All three injured workers were transported to the hospital by ambulance.
A worker pulled his shoulder while moving welding leaves. The worker transported himself to a medic.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker lost his balance while stepping over a 2X4 and sprained his ankle. The worker went to a clinic for treatment.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported to DOB that a worker miss stepped while descending a ladder and fell approximately four feet. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital with shoulder pain.
“The Construction Superintendent reported to DOB that, on the previous day, the concrete pump became blocked and the workers were tapping the hose with a hammer when it blew out, striking the owner of the concrete company. The injured worker was transported
to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his eye on a clamp sticking out of a column. The on- site medic referred the worker to a clinic for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his eye on a clamp sticking out of a column. The on- site medic referred the worker to a clinic for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker
dropped a pipe on his leg, sustaining a cut. An ambulance was called.”
“A worker was struck by lumber when the band broke causing the lumber to fall on his leg and foot. The
worker went to the hospital.”
A worker was injured when a piece of form work slipped while being moved and fell on his foot. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
“A worker cut his thumb on a metal stud. The worker notified the foreman he went to the hospital after leaving
the job site for the day.”
“A worker was injured when the “”A”” frame he was using to transport glass panels tipped over and the panels struck the worker’s foot. An ambulance transported the
worker to the hospital.”
A worker on the second floor deck fell approximately fifteen feet, when he reached for a tool after removing his harness. The worker was transported to the hospital. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
“A worker fell approximately forty feet from a suspended scaffold. The worker was transported to the hospital.
DOB issued violations and stop work order.”
Two workers were struck when a non-load bearing wall fell during demolition operations. An ambulance transported the workers to the hospital.
“A worker, on site to clean the portable bathrooms, fell approximately four feet while descending a ladder. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital with
back injuries.”
“An electrician cut his finger while moving a pulling
machine. The on-site medic sent the electrician to a clinic.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his arm during plumbing operations. The worker was treated by an ambulance team and then went to his
own doctor.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his arm on a screw while installing duct work. The worker was treated by the on-site medic and
transported himself to a clinic.”
The Construction Superintendent reported to DOB that a worker tripped while removing debris striking his head. The worker was transported to the hospital. DOB issued violations and a stop work order.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell approximately three feet from a ladder. The worker left the site indicating he was going for medical
treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that an electrician received minor burns when a wire arced while he was working at the panel. The worker was
transported to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that, on Saturday, a worker fell off a ladder but failed to report it. On Monday the worker’s wife came to the site with a note from the hospital indicating the worker had
fractured his leg.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that, on Saturday, a worker, delivering sheetrock, bruised his hand on the hoist door. The worker went to a clinic.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his back while handling a twenty-five pound piece of aluminum. The worker was sent to a doctor.
“A worker was fatally injured when a cable snapped causing the worker to be struck by a hook attachment to
a drill rig.”
A worker sustained a cut lip when struck by something during removal of a beam. A co-worker transported the injured worker to urgent care.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a flagman sustained a cut hand when he tripped on rebar while directing a truck onto the site. The flagman went to a doctor’s office for treatment and returned to work.
“A worker injured his hip when he slipped on some
planks during stripping operations. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.”
A worker cut his finger during form work operations. The worker transported himself to a clinic for treatment.
A worker fell from a ladder and was found unconscious on the stairs. The worker regained consciousness and was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
A worker struck his head when he fell approximately twelve feet while installing a pipe scaffold. A section of scaffold landed on top of the worker. The worker was transported to the hospital. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
“The foreman reported to DOB that, yesterday, a flagman’s foot was struck by a skid steer. An ambulance
transported the worker to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a hoist operator sustained a laceration when she pinched her hand between two rails while trying to roll the guardrails inside the hoist on an A-frame. The worker went to urgent care for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his leg when he tripped on a piece of wood covering a hole. An ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was hit on his hard hat and shoulder by a joist during formwork operations. The worker took a taxi to the
hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his arm while cleaning metal studs. A co-worker transported the injured worker to the hospital.
“The Superintendent reported to DOB that a lather cut his hand on rebar and was transported to the hospital by
a co-worker.”
A worker fell approximately fourteen feet through an opening after cutting the metal decking. The worker was conscious when taken to the hospital. DOB issued violations and a stop work order.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker struck his finger with a hammer. The worker walked to
urgent care for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker pinched his finger on a reshore during stripping operations. The worker transported himself to the
hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker fell approximately twelve feet, from the fourth to the third floor while working inside a mechanical shaft. An ambulance took the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was struck in the head when a chain wrench after a worker above put it down. The worker was taken to the
hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger during stripping operations. The worker was transported to urgent care for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker injured his foot when he stepped on a nail. The worker left the site to go to a clinic for treatment.
A worker was struck in the head by a hoist when he stuck his head through an opening by the hoist while installing a window. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital. DOB issued violations and stop work order.work order.
A tenant sustained a minor injury when core drilling went through the wall into the apartment while working on the balcony. The tenant transported himself to the hospital. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
A worker injured her back when she lost her balance while moving a piece of metal angle iron. An ambulance transported the worker to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker pinched his finger while stripping formwork. The worker transported himself to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker was found on the seventh floor with his head bleeding. An ambulance transported the conscious worker to the
hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker cut his finger while raising a re-shore post. The worker
went to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker hurt his back the prior day while pulling lumber. The worker went to the doctor after work and returned today
to report it.”
A worker slipped on a wet staircase.
“The Site Safety Manager reported to DOB that a worker hurt his back the prior day while pulling lumber. The worker went to the doctor after work and returned today
to report it.”
A worker fell approximately ten feet, from the first floor to the cellar while forming the first floor deck. No fall protection was observed at the time of inspection. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued a violation and stop work order.
A worker was struck by the cast iron pipe and a piece of masonry, causing the worker to fall off the ladder he was using to remove the pipe from the ceiling. The worker was transported to the hospital by EMS.
“The Site safety Manager reported that a worker jammed his finger during mason operations. A fellow co-worker
took the worker to the hospital”
A member of the New York Fire Department reported that a person fell down a shaft approximately 3 floors
During loading crates of glass panels on “A” frame using forklift the approved material handling method was not followed resulting in workers injury. Partial SWO served by issuing ECB NOV stopping all material handling and also installation of glass panels asking for providing amended means and methods for mechanical material handling.
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker received a deep cut in left arm from a stainless steel flashing. The Ambulance was called immdeiately and the worker was taken to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported, duing a curtain wall installation and iron worker got electrocuted by a cable. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance and was conscious at the time.
“The SSM reported, a very small piece of concrete struck a worker’s safety glass and went into his eye. The worker went to Citi MD for further care. He is back to
work and will be sent home to rest.”
“The electrician was pulling wires through the conduits. He stepped backward and tripped on the studs and fell on his back. The worker left the site to go to the clinic
on his own”
Inspector Galitsin Taras reported, the worker was working on a platform between the 21st and 22nd floor. The platform is in conformance of the design and the worker was using safety harness which was hooked up to an anchor point. The worker was also using other safety equipment. After inspection Inspector could not make a determination that the worker was struck by anything. Follow up of the worker’s condition says he is recovering from the injury. Cause of the incident is undetermined. No violation issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped on a man lift approximately (5 steps) during demo operations, resulting in a scraped hand, injured back, and injured neck. He was taken immediately to the hospital by a fellow co-worker.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker cut his finger with a razor knife while cutting plastic materials on job. An ambulance was called and he was taken to a
hospital.”
“Worker hit his head while installing forms. He called
EMS himself to get checked out.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker was in the process of moving a crate and pinched his finger. The worker was treated by an on-site medic. He later went to
the doctor on his own.”
The Site Safety Manager reported 2 workers were pushing a stone slap and hit a rock. The slab fell cutting one workers leg and the other worker sprained his leg. The workers left work and went to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker cut his leg while cutting sheetrock. The cut was small , but and ambulance was called immediately and transported the
worker to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker who had been stripping formwork was struck on his left hand. The worker was given first aid treatment due to swelling. The worker informed the Manager that he will
go to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker injured his back while lifting stones during installation of the stones. The worker was taken to the hospital by an ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker walking to the trailer tripped and injured his left ankle. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker got injured while pushing a cart of sheet metal that tipped over and landed on the worker’s leg. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker cut hisfinger while handling materials and was transported to the
hospital by a co-worker.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker injjured his back while lifting a rebar. The worker was transported
by ambulance to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker was injured his back during stripping operation. He was taken by
ambulance to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker cut his finger while adjusting a floor jack. The worker went to
the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker cut his
finger while loading mini containers with metal sutds. An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker was on deck pouring concrete with a concrete pump. The pump jammed resulting in worker trying to clean pump and then concrete shot out and hit the worker in the back of the head. An ambulance was called to transport the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager states that a worker was acidently hit in the mouth with a tool. He took himself to
First Med.”
“A worker fell while climbing down an extension ladder.
The worker was taken to medic.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hit his head on a stud. He went to the hospital on his own.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker hit himself in
the forehead while breadking a crate. He took himself to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker injured his back while carrying concrete forms. An ambulance
transported him to the hospital”
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker was moving a piece of steel member by dolly into a hoist on the 1st floor when he stepped backward and fell on his back. An ambulance transported him to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a pedestrian was walking under the sidewalk shed and tripped on a ramp
built over a pipe.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker’s leg got
wedged while raising a cocoon.The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker using a circular saw was cut with that saw while cutting wood. FDNY took the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported while performing roofing operations the pipes got loose and a worker’s face was splashed with a hot material which caused a
burn on part of his face.”
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker was pouring concrete. While setting rebar for columns, the rebar hit him on the lip causing a small laceration. The woker walked to a Clinic for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a welder was struck in the eye when slag came down bounced up and hit the worker on his face. The foreman treated the worker and
sent him to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a security guard got his finger caught on a trailer door jam. The security
guard went to seek medical attention.”
“A Worker injured his back when he slipped while
carrying a bag of grout. The worker took himself to a First Med.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker was using grinder while wearing loose fitting clothers which caused his shir to get caught in the grinder wheel. The workers had and arm was cut. He was transported to
the hospital by ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a concrete worker fell from a 6 ft Ladder on the 12th floor while doing formwork. An ambulance transported the worker to the
hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped
while carrying material. The worker took himslef to a First Med location.”
“During the erection of a steel beam of about 6,000lbs the rigging strap holding the beam failed. In its fall the beam killed a worker involved in its installation. The beam also crashed the crane cab killing the HMO
operator inside.”
The Site Safety Manager was outside the job site with the Super, when the wind caught a section of the gate and blew it out towards the sidewalk and injured Super’s feet. The Super was taken to a hospital.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a delivery truck driver operating a spider, overloaded high low and it tipped over causing the operator to hurt his head. The operator was taken to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a piece of the
sidewalk shed fell and struck a pedestrian.”
The Construction Superintendent reported during U.P. operations a worker tripped on a 2X4 that was on the ground and fell backwards into the UP pit box. The worker’s arm was impaled by rebar. He was taken to near a by hospital for treatemant and observation.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker pinched right thumb between pipe and plumbing wrench. The
worker went to a walk-in clinic”
“SSM REPORTED PEDESTRIAN SLIPPED AND FELL
WHILE WALKING THRU SIDEWALK WALKWAY, AN AMBULANCE WAS CALLED”
The Site Safety Manager reported 2 workers working inside the 3rd floor pool and a metal door frame was being installed ad was not yet secured. The door fell over onto both worker’s head and neck, 911 was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an electician’s helper was moving pipe and cut his finger on pipe. The
helper went to a walk-in clinic.”
A Worker was climbing a gang ladder between floors 8 and 9. The worker slipped off the ladder and was reported sore but fine. The worker requested EMT services to take him to the hospital.
A worker sustained a minor injury and was taken to the hospital. The construction superintendent was issued a violation not notifying DOB of the incident.
“Two workers were injured when concrete formwork
gave way during pour.”
An Electrician suffered a face burn from flash when he crossed wires while working on an electrical panel.
“The Site Safety Manager reported an electrician was working on an electrical panel when his pliers fell and hit the main electrical line. His arm and right side of his face suffered burns. A Co-worker transported him to the
hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker injured his shoulder while picking up a piece of plywood. The worker reported the incident and went to an off-site medical facility the day after the incident.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker bumped his knee on a piece of wood, the worker went to a hospital
for medical assistance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker was injured while dismantling a sidewalk shed. The worker was getting off the shed and came down on the cross bracing instead of using the ladder. Worker slipped, fell, and injured leg. The worker was taken to the hospital by
ambulance.”
“The Project Manager reported the worker injured his back while lifting sheetrock. He was transported to the
hospital by ambulance.”
“A Carpenter was installing layout metal tracking on ceiling and tried to catch it as it fell during the installation and the metal stud cut the carpenter’s hand. The carpenter went to medic who recommended stitches. The carpenter then went to an off-site clinic for
stitches.”
“The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker fell through 4 floors while working on a vmetal deck. The worder was conscious and taken by ambulance to the
hospital.”
“A Laborer for the concrete contractor was stripping formwork and caught left thumb between the formwork and the shoring post. The worker went to a clinic on his
own.”
“A worker fell from a mast climber platform approx 20- 25ft from the 6th floor to the 4th floor. It appears he fell through the 15″” gap between the plank platform and the exterior wall. The worker was wearing a personal fall protection harness, but was not tied off to a support
point.”
“The site Safety Manager reported a woker fell over the rails approximately 4 ffeet and injured his nose and hands. He was transported to the hospital by
ambulance.”
“A Site Safety Manager reported, a worker fell off a ladder onto barricades. A co-worker took him to the
hospital.”
The site Safety Manager reported a worker was injured during housekeepking operation. Apeice of wood with a nail sticking out of it hit him on his foot causing the injury. He was transported to a clinic.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker felt pain in his leg while lifting material. He took a cab to the ER.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his ankle while moving and I-Beam. He was transported by ambulance to the hospital for X-Ray.
The Site Safety Manager reported a carpenter pulled a muscle in his back while lifting a piece of drywall. An ambulance transported him to the hospital.
A worker received a shock while plugging in an adapter to convert from 220 Volts to 110 volts. The worker was transported to the hospital for observation.
The site Safety Manager reported a concrete worker was using a grinder while standing on a ladder. He slipped and cut his left arm. A co-worker transported him to the Citi MD for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker was injured while removing reshores. A reshore got loose and hit the worker on his back. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB Issued ECB Violations.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker re-injured his shoulder while installing a door. He had a dislocated
shoulder from a prior injury.”
“The site Safety Manager reported, a worker was injured when he stepped on a nail. He went to the hospital for a
Tetanus shot.”
The Site Safety Manager reported two electricians were rolling a spool of BX cables down a ramp when they lost control of the spool and it rolled down by itself and hit a capenter on his knee. The carpenter was taken to the clininc for check up.
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker cut right knee on a piece of steel. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported worker tripped, fell and injured his right knee. An ambulance was called.
“Worker was lifting a piece of wood and pulled a muscle. The Medic on site called an ambulance and the worker
was taken to a hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported, a carpenter was hit on his are my a piece of plywood . The worker went to Urgent care which referred him to the hospital
emergency.”
The Fire Safety Manager reported a worker hit his head on a scaffolding plank, while another was carrying the plank. An ambulance transported him to the hospital. DOB Inspector found no violations.
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker brushed against some grading resulting in a cut on worker’s leg. The worker went to clinic on his own.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a delivery man fell into a hole approximately 6 feet deep. DOB issued a
violation.”
“The Construction Superintendent reported, while crossing the street the excavator hit the cable on a pole and a bike rider. The rider was transported by
ambulance to the hospital.”
“A Worker cut his thumb while stripping wire. The worker went to urgent care and then was referred to emergency
care.”
“The site safety Manager reported that a worker injured
his knee while unloading a truck. He took himself to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported, the welding inspector fell and injured his left are when he tripped on the 2nd floor deck. His co-woker transported him to the
hospital.”
“The Construction Superintentdent reported a worker fell to the basement when a metal step gave way. The staircase has excessive rust and missing pieces . DOB
issued an ECB violation.”
The site Safety Manager reported a worker stripping concrete formwork fell down a shaft about 35 ft. The shaft had a guardrail. The worker was wearing a harness that was not tied to a support point. The worker was pronounced dead at the hospital
A truck driver climbed on top of his own truck to clear off a piece of rebar. The driver slipped and fell off the truck approximately 8 feet. The driver was sore and ambulance took him to a hospital, no dispatch.
The site safety Manager reported a working using a crowbar for moving maerials and hit himself in the face. He transported himself to urgent care.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker injured his hand while screwing a metal track. A co-worker
transported him to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported, while removing a steel column a worker was standing next to the column and it hit him in his leg. The worker was transported by ambulance to the hospital.
A worker’s hand was struck by a vehicle during flagging operations. The worker went to a hospital, no dispatch.
A worker slipped and fell on his side but did not report the incident to the Site Safety Manager until the next day. The worker reported the incident and went to the hospital the following day. He was informed that he had 2 broken ribs. DOB issued an ECB violation .
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker was standing near a truck tying up the straps when the strap hit him, causing him to fall down. An ambulance
transported hi to the hospital.”
A worker lost his footing on the planking on the second floor of a supported pipe scaffold. The worker fell to the first floor ground. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance . DOB issued ECB violations.
“A worker pinched finger while moving a pipe. A co-
worker took him to the doctor.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a female worker cut her finger the
previous day and she didn’t report it then. She informed him that she received stitches for her injury.”
A worker was injured during rabar operation. A piece or rebar came off and hit him in his lip. A co-worker transported him to the hospital.
The Site Safety manager reported that a worker fell from a baker scaffold 5′-10′ high. His lower back was injured and ambulance transported him to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker injured his index finger while being handed an iron bar from one floor to another. The worker was tereated by the on-site medic then went to the clinic.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped and fell on Q Deck and
injured his right arm. The worker went to the clinic.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped off a ladder , hit his shoulder and head. The worker is concious, was taken to a hospital.
A carpenter cut his finger with a piece of metal track while installing sheet rock on a wall. He was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
FDNY reported that a worker fell approximately 15 feet into a shaft.
“Iron worker pinched his thumb while securing a steel beam . The worker went to
an urgent care for treatment, no dispatch,”
Worker slipped and hurt her knees, ambulance took her to hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that while workers were delivering drywall, an “A” frame hit the fire safety supervisor. A coworker took him to the clinic.
“A Window installer was lifting a windo frame when he felt a pain in his groin
area. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
“Forklift hit the back of a vehical after a sudden stop. As a result a person in the
vehical was hurt and taken to a hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell. He went to the hospital the
hospital.”
“A worker slipped on a piece of slippery wood, fell, and cut his lip. The worker
went to a hospital by himself.”
Worker lost balance on ladder & dislocated his shoulder. Taken as notification.
The Site Safety manager reported, a worker slipped which walking down the stairs. He injured is shoulder and walked over to the medical center.
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker slipped and twister her left ankle.
A plumber was standing on an “A”-Frame ladder when he lost his balance and fell approximately two feet off of the ladder. The worker complained about back pain and was taken to a hospital by an ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported, a carpenter was drilling a piece of metal using his right hand and the drill slipped and hit his left index finger causing it to get cut. The worker was ecorted to the hospital by a coworker.
“A panel of plywood fence fell down injuring a female pedestrian. The pedestrian
was transported to the hospital by ambulance. DOB issued violations and a stop work order”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was hit on the head and leg by
sheetrock. An ambulance was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a workder was walking from the 25th floor to 24th floor when he tripped on the stair and twisted his left ankle. He was taken
to the hospital.”
A worker fell off a 6 foot ladder injuring her ankle. She was taken to the hospital.
“A worker was pushing a cart with equipment and got his knee wedged between
the cart and a post. No dispatch”
The Site Safety Manager reported a female worker in the office said her sweater was caught on a ladder that was leaning against a wall. The ladder then fell on her foot. She transported herself to Urgent Care.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that before the beginning of work, a worker slipped and fell on stairs injuring his back. He was taken to the area hospital by
ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped and fell while he was at a cellar level on deck. The worker injured his right leg. An ambulance was called
to site.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a carpenter was walking down the “”A”” Frame ladder. He missed a step and fell backward injuring his shoulder. An ambulance
transported him to the hospital.”
“A pedestrian was injured when the wind knocked down a construction fence. ECB violations issuedinjured person was taken to hospital with unknown injury.
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The Construction Superintendant reported that a worker was injured when he fell backward approximately 4ft during formwork operation. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell through a floor opening from the 18th floor to the 17th floor during curtain wall operation.. He was conscious when transported to the hospital by EMS.
A worker walked into a glass partition near revolving door. His lip was hurt and needed to get stitches. He walked to the hospital to get stitches.
“A worker injured his finger while moving a frame ladder. The worker went to
urgent care for stitches.”
The Site Safety manager reported that a workder crushed his finger with a large piece of debri while moving a mini container. The Site Safety Manager transported him to the hospital. A partial stop work order was issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was standing on the tie of a hoist tower when he slipped off of the hoist. The strap of the worker’s hoist got caught on a trolley wheel. The worker had his full harness on and was tied off properly. No enforcement action was necessary.
“A worker was standing on an “”A””-Frame ladder when he lost his balance, fell, and suffered an injury to his shoulder. The worker was sent to a hospital by
ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that electrician was pulling electric cables through conduits when the spool hit him on his right leg. An ambulance took him
to the hospital for x-ray.”
“A worker was using a nailgun when a nail bounced back and hit the worker in
the head . The worker was taken to the hispotal.”
“The Site Safety Manage reported that a scaffold worker was walking down the
stair tower tripped and fell hurting his legs.”
“A plumber was coming down from an “”A”” Frame ladder when he missed the last
step and fell, hurting his right hip.”
A worker was walking down a ramp when she slipped and hit her right knee. The worker went to a clinic/hospital to have her knee examined.
“A plumber lost his step on the working deck on the 34th floor and twisted his
back. Went to the hospital on his own. No dispatch.”
A sprinkler installer was injured when he missed the last step on the 6′ ladder and injured his leg. He was transported to the hospital.
“A worker claimed to have injured his back while dumping garbage on February 1, 2017. The worker did not report his injury unitl February 2, 2017, as the worker then complained of back pain. The worker was taken to Bronx Lebanon
Hospital to be examined.”
“A worker hit his knee on reshore on the previous day, but did not report it. The worker came to work on the following day and complained that his knee was swollen from the injury from the previous day. The worker went to a hospital on
his own.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped while walking on the 1st floor and cut his knee with a piece of metal. He was treated by medic on site and went to the clinic on his own later on.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped on the stair while walking down and injured his nose. A coworker transported him to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker injured his head and shoulder when he slipped and fell of a truck while unloading sheetrock. He was
transported to the hospital by ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that while workers were installing windows
using suspended scaffolds th cable came down injuring a worker’s hand. An ambulance transported to the hospital.”
“During taping operatation, a worker was mixing and accidentally spilled some of the compound on the floor and himself slipped on the compound. After
inspection no violation was issued.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that during the delivery of sheetrocks in the forklift about 10-12 sheetrocks fell on a worker’s leg. An ambulance transported
the worker to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported 2 worker on the 9th floor were injured when plywood fell from the 10th floor to the 9th floor while passing materials for concrete operation. A Stop work order and an ECB violation was issue.plywood which fell back and hit two workers on 9th floor resulting injury to them.A Stop work order and an ECB violation was issuee.
workers were removing metal cover of the roll up gate at front entrance. A piece of metal was ejected and hit a female pedestrian in the head. She was taken to area hospital with unknown degree of injuries. Violation issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker on peri system form work
slipped off approximately 5′ and hit his head on the cross brace and was unconcios. An ambulance was called.”
The Project Manager reported that a worker was walking downstairs with a bucket when he missed a step and fell. The worker continued to work, but a few hours later, complained of pain from his lower left back to his lower thigh. The worker was taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got hurt while delivering materials on hoist when hoist door came down hitting him on the lower back.
A worker coming down an “A” frame ladder missed a step and fell on the floor injuring his leg. He was transported by ambulance to a hospital.
An 18 inch x 20 inch section of plaster from the ceiling in a 3rd floor apartment fell on a child who sustained minor injuries. A Stop Work Order was issued.
A worker was pulling an extension cord across a puddle of water and was extrocuted.He was taken to Bronx Lebanon hospital for further evaluation and medical care. No further information is available on condition of worker. Violation and a stop work order issued.
“During facade repair, a piece of brick fell from the 11th floor and hit a pedestrian
in the head. The pedestrian was taken to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker injured his back while picking up some steel. On site medic called an ambulance to the site to take the worker
to hospital.”
“A DOB employee was hit in the face when high winds caused a sidewalk shed
to dislodge.”
A construction worker fell from a pipe scaffold approximately 6′ injuring his head.
“A pedestrian was injured by a post of the sidewalk shed. ECB violations were
issued.”
“A worker lost grip and smashed his finger while lifting a piece of form work. The
worker took a cab to hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was hit on the back by a piece
of plywood. DOB issued a violation”
“The construction super reported that while opening the sliding gate, gusty wind
derailed the gate from wheel causing it to hit a pedestrian on the sidewalk injuring him.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported, a worker was injured when he jumped off the loading dock to get out of the way of a rolling cart that fell over. He was taken to
hospital for checkup.”
A DOB inspector reported that a plumber was using an “A”-Frame ladder to perform roughing work when his foreman found him lying down on the floor. No one witnessed the worker falling, or how he fell. The worker complained of back pain and was sent to a hospital by ambulance. There were no slipping or tripping hazards present at the area where he was working. No enforcement action was necessary.
“A DOB inspector reported that a driver had a load of sheetrock on forklift when the forklift tipped over, causing the driver to hit his head. The forklift was overloaded with sheetrock. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a partial
Stop Work Order were issued.”
A worker was making an opening on installed ductwork for a diffuser using a grinder. The sparks caught the duct sealant and resulted in a flash fire, which resulted in 1 injury. A violation and stop work order was issued.
“Worker was making an opening on installed ductwork for a diffuser using a
grinder. The sparks caught the duct sealant and resulted in a flash fire. 1 injury reported. Violation & stop work issued.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving a pallet of Concrete Masonry block when one of the blocks fell on his foot. The worker complained about pain and a co-worker took him to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a construction worker was walking down the stairs when he missed a step, lost his balance, and fell on his back. The worker complained about pain and an ambulance transported the worker to a
hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker injured his eye with a pin while installing a frame. He went to the emergency medical room.
Inspector McInerney reported, this is a new building under construction, currently at 5th floor. They were assembling the exterior hoist car at the 1st floor. To slide the frame underneath the car they lifted the car by chain pulley clamped with 2 I-Beams on the 3rd floor. During this operation the I-Beams and the clamps came loose as a result the chain pulley fell on the leg of a worker on the 2nd floor. The injured worker was also part of the operation. He was at the scene when Inspector arrived. Due to complaining of pain he has been taken to hospital with unknown injury. Partial SWO issued by ECB NOV stopping the installation of hoist and all material handling, asking for means and methods for safe operation with additional safety measures.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker injured his head when he slipped and fell. He was taken to the hospital by ambulance.
While rigging a load and hoisting a worker’s glove was caught on rigging, when the glove released he took a step back missing the trailer deck. He feel to the gorund approx 4 ‘ and fractured his wrist. A medic transported him to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his hand while using a
grinder. The worker went to the hospital.”
“while moving the portable concrete pump into the jobsite the worker guiding the
equipment got his foot wedged between the wheel and the curb. Violations & stop work order issued.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber’s face was cut while installing a pipe at the ceiling level. He went to the urgent care on his own.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was throwing a piece of wood
into the garbage that bounced back and hit him in the mouth. The worker went to urgent care on his own.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cutting plywood with a circular saw when he cut the tip of his left finger. The worker was transported to
a hospital for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was installing an angle bracket when he slipped and was hit in the nose by the bracket. The worker went to a
hospital on his own.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was removing an existing staircase when he was hit in the back by a falling piece of wood. The worker was taken to a nearby hospital for examination, but was reported to be okay. An ECB Violation and a full Stop Work Order were issued.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a plumber fell off of a step ladder while installing pipes in the first floor. The worker suffered bruises and complained of pain. An ambulance transported him to a hospital for check up.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was sanding the floor when he
was hit in the ankle by the sanding machine. The worker went to urgent care for checkup.”
“A worker dislocated his finger while putting on wall compound. The worker went
to a hospital on his own.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell fifteen feet from the second floor to the basement during a form work operation. The worker’s harness had failed. An ambulance was dispatched to the site. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a full Stop Work Order were issued.
“A worker was climbing down a secaffold when he slipped, fell, and injured his
shoulder. The worker went to a clinic on his own. A DOB inspector reported that no enforcement action was necessary.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that during an underpinning operation, a portion of the adjacent properties’ footing became loose and fell on a worker. The worker was found to be in stable condition and was taken to Harlem Hospital by an ambulance. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was struck in the head by a 2 X 4 during a stripping operation. The worker was not wearing a hard hat and suffered cuts to his head. The worker went to a hospital with a co-worker. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a delivery driver lost his balance, fell, and cut his forearm on rebar. The driver was walking on grade level. An ambulance
was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fracured his poining finger on his left hand while using a hammer drill. The worker went to the hospital for x-
ray.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a steam fitter cutting pipe on a scissor lift, cut through electrical coduit resulting in electrical shock. The worker was
taken to the hospital by ambulance.”
“The Site Superintendant reported that a worker hit hs head on a joist. The
worker was taken to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his left pinky finger The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his left pinky finger while using a box cutter. The worker went to the clinic on his own.
“A DOB Inspector fell on the job site at a sloped area and broke his arm. The
instpector went to the hospital for treatment”
“the Construction Super reported that a worker punctured his thigh with a nail while installing a gruardrail. The worker went to the hospital and was released
after receiving a tetanus shot.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that during stripping operation on the 30th floor, a beam fell and struck a worker on his hard hat. The worker was taken to hospital in conscious state. An ECB class one violation issued with Partial SWO
stopping stripping operation.”
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker pinched his finfer laying The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker pinched his finger while laying down a cylinder block. The worker went to the hospital for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his finger on a screw jack.
The workder went to medic care on his own.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker using a screw jack cut his
finfer. The worker wen to the nearby CityMed.”
“The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker’s clothing caught fire causing injury and he was taken to the hospital by ambulance. DOB Issued ECB
violations and a Stop Work Order.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that 2 workers were injured when a roll of rebar 50 ft long and 3 inches wide rollled off and injured 1 wokers finfger and theother worker’s foot. Both workers went to the hospital on their own.
The Site Safety Manager stated that during the installation of concrete footings behind the slurry wall a worker sustained an injury to his face by a rebar protruding out of the slurry wall. The worker went to a nearby medical center accompanied by a coworker.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a window installer twisted his ankle on a
piece of plywood during an installation. An ambulance took the worker to a hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker inuured his back muscle while performing sanding work. The worker walked to a clinic.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker on a ladder felt a cramp in his
leg. An ambulance took him to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a delivery truck driver hurt his back while lifting a lift gate in the back of the truck. An ambulance was on site.
“The Site Superintendant reported that during demolition operations a worker was hit by an existing duct work section that was hanging from the ceiling, the
worker was taken to the hospital.”
“Two workers from another site were injured while bending rebar. One worker
lost the tip of his finger and the other cut his finger.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a flagger injured his hand while moving a yodock out of the way. The worker was taken to a hospital by a co-worker.
The Site Superintendant reported that a worker fell off of an A frame ladder when he lost his balance. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance.
“An Electrician walking through a door jam hit his head. The electrician went to
the hospital by ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker using a circular saw cut his left
thumb off. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
A worker pulling zipties with a tool, the ziptie got cutt off and the tool hit the worker in the face and xlipped his tooth. The worker went to City Med.
“Site Safety Manager reported a spackler came down an “”A”” frame ladder and
tripped on a bucket of spackle placed next to the ladder.”
“Site Safety Manager reported a plumber hit his forehead when he lost his balance and fell 6 feet from a ladder. The worker was conscious when he has
taken to the hospital.”
Site Safety Manager reported an iron worker’s finger was crushed due to steel shift while he was holding a tag line. Worker took a taxi to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a window rig on wheels tipped causing a counter weight to fall and land on a worker’s foot. The worker was transported
by ambulance to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker injured his leg while loading metal
into a dumpser.”
The Site Safety Manager reported, an electrician was installing a conduit on the ceiling when it slipped out of his hand nad hit him on the side of his head. An ambulance transported him to the hospital for check up.

“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his left index finger on a
piece of metal. The worker was treated by an onsite medic and transported himself to a clinic.”
“A worker was injured when a piece of wall fell on the worker and caused injury
to his face. The worker was taken to the hospital.”
A worker was injured when a batch of I-beams was lowered by the crane on the truck. The injured worker was standing nearby in a tight space and lost his balance and fell on a pile of materials resulting in laceration on his left chin. He was taken to hospital, conscious. Partial SWO served by ECB Class-1 stopping all material handling, deliveries including use of crane. Requesting C & D for follow up inspection on crane operation
The Site Safety Manager reported that a concrete worker tangled his foot in rebar which caused a swollen ankle. The worker was taken to the hospital.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported an erector moving a supported scaffold fell from the scaffold during installation. An ECB violation was written.
The Site Safety Manager reported a carpenter lost is grip on an I-BEAM and the beam flipped and hit another worker in the head. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance with a small cut to the head.
A worker on the 8th floor was hit by a piece of plywood as he was passing it to another worker on the 9th floor. DOB Issued and ECB vviolation.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker was injured when a PVC pipe 10 feet long and 6 inched wide slipped out of his hand and hit him on the chest. A
co-worker accompanied him to City Med.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a plumber cut hs finger while working. He
took himself to a first Med.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a plumber was cut on his finger by a pipe. A
co-worker transported him to the clinic.”
“Site Safety Manager reported worker slipped on ladder landed on his hip, and
cut his finger. An ambulance was called. .”
The Site Safety Manager reported that two workers were unloading masonite sheets from a dolly when the masonite sheets fell off the dolly and hit the workers. One of the workers refused medical treatment, while the other worker went to a clinic. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker pulled his back during scaffold dismantling. An ambulance was called to the site.
The Site Safatey Coordinator reported a worker going up on hoist got his hand caught when the door jammed. He was taken to the hospital by his Co-worker.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a Tin Knocker step on a piece of pipe ,
slipped and hit his knee on the ground. The Worker felt dizzy and was taken to the hospital by ambulance. .”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker was injured when the form he was
installing came down and smashed his pinky finger.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported the driver of a concrete truck stepped on the fender of the truck, slipped and fell from the truck causing him to faint. An
Ambulance transported him to the hospital.”
“A beam collapsed and pinned a worker causing injury to the worker. A full stop
work order was issued.”
The Worker claimed that a piece of formwork fell on his foot.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker walking down the stairs lost his
footing and sprained his ankle.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported debri got into a worker’s eye. An ambulance
was called.”
A Worker was struck in helmet and shoulder with a piece of wood from formwork. He wast taken to the hospital by ambulance for precaution.
“The Site Safety Manager reported while driving Caisson piles worker was when the Pressure in caisson blew the cap hitting the worker in chest. The worker was taken to hospital and released, A Partial SWO was issued for all Pile driving
Operations.”
The Site Safety reported, during cleaning a piece of debri fell into a worker’s eye. A Co-worker accompanied him to a walk in clinic for treatement.
“The Site Safey Manager reported a worker injured his ankle. The worker went to
City MD for medical attention.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker jammed his thumb on the
jobsite.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker twisted his ankle. The worker went
home to ice his ankle.”
“A worker was using an “”A”” frame to move metal plates, the “”A”” frame tipped over and fell on the worker’s leg. The worker went City Med to have his leg
looked at. An ECB violation was issued.”
A worker was fatally injured, when he lost his balance and fell 18 feet below onto a concrete floor. The workder wasdoing housekeeping and standing near the edge of the open stairs.DOB issued several ECB violations. On site with owner of General Contractor (STREAMLINE USA LLC) MR. Eric Ortense (917) 837- 4757 and foreman Mr. James Sanubbi (201) 615-3023. As per Mr. Sanubbi, the expired worker was standing near the edge of the open stairs on the 2nd floor doing housekeeping and lost his balance. He fell onto a concrete floor approx. 18 ft below. As per Mr. Sanubbi, the worker was wearing a hardhat and safety harness Inspection of site reveals inadequate fall protection with no guardrails at 3rd and 4th floors.
“The site Safety Manager reported a worker was injured when a piece of metal
reshore struck him on the shoulder. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported, a worker erecting form work pinched and cut the tip of his finger. A Co-worker took him to the hosptial. .
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker step on a rock while stepping off of a scaffold and twisted his ankle. A co-worker took him to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker tripped over a piece of metal track.
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker during stripping operatons got hit in the back of the neck by a 3×4. The worker was taken to the hospital.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported a worker cutting a piece of plywood cut his finger. The worker went to the hospital for stitches.
The Site Safety Manager reported an excavator transporting pipe piles, the pile fell out of grapple and 2 workers sustainted minor injuries.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker injured his shoulder when a cable
snapped. An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported a delivery man in knuckle boom off loadeing sheetrock tilted the knuckle boom forward causing him to hit his head. An ambulance transported the delivery man to the hospital. AMBULANCE TRANSPORTED HIM TO HOSPITAL. WORKER ERROR.
The Site Safety Manager reported a Taper lacerated his thumb with a box cutter. The worker walked to the Emergency room and returned to work afterwards.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker was carrying material when it slipped out of his hands and causing injury to his hand. An ambulance was
called to the site.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker carry rebars injured his shoulder.
The worker was sent to the hospital.”
“A piece of a chimney fell on top of a worker. A partial stop work order was
issued.”
The operator of a mini excavator was thrown into the windshield of the excavator when it jammed and suddenly stopped. The operator hit his head on the windshield and was taken to the hospital concious.
The Site Safety manager reported a worker was injured while taking a pulling machine out of the basket. He lost control of the pully and the machine fell cutting his ankle. The worker was taken to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker tripped over his own extension cord,
an ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported a carpenter fell through an opening onto the floor below while working. A Violation and stop work order was issued.
The Site Safety manager reported a worker’s finger was cut when it got caught between two mini containers that collided when he lost control of it.
“The Site Safety Manger reported a worker moving a stove banged his knee.
EMT on site.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell and twisted his right ankle.
The worker was taken to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker did not see a wire that was attached to the top of reshore while removing the reshore. The reshore jerked and cut the worker’s middle finger. Another worker transported him to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker stepped on a nail and punctured his
right foot. The worker went to get a tetanus shot.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker injured his back when he was ejected from a front end dumper while attempting to dump a concrete box. The workder was transported to Methodist Hospital in stable condition.. A Full SWO
was issued for failure to safeguard.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported the worker stepped on a loose nail and
punctured his food. The went to the MD Medical.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker cut his forearm when his hand
slipped while using a come along hoist.”
The Site Safety Manager reported a workder fell from a 3 foot baker sacaffold while tapping. The worker was taken to the hospital in serious condition.
“A worker cut his hand while moving material. The worker went to First Medial for
treatment.”
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker a was injured when a boom truck off loading pipes inadvertently swung the boom in the direction of the worker. The worker was knocked down and was taken by ambulance to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported a worker sustained a broken ankle when he got pinned between a bobcat and a dumpster. The worker was taken to the hospital. A parttial stop work order and ECB violation was issued
“The Construction Superintendent reported that a truck driver was walking to the loading area when he stepped on a rock and twisted his ankle. An ambulance
was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported a carpenter was walking down a ladder carrying a piece of 2″x2″ angle He lost grip on the angle which cut his forearm. He was transported to the clinic for treatment
“The Site Safety Manager reported a screw went through drywall into the carpenter’s finger during drywall installation. The carpenter went to the hospital
for examination.”
The Site Safet;y Manager reported a steel beam loaded onto a frame dolly fell on a workers leg causing injury. DOB issued an ECB violation.
“The Site Safety manager reported that during stripping opperations loosened
reshore fell on a worker’s let causing injuriy.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that while poung parapet wall on the roof, a woker got concrete burns on his eyes. He went to City Med for an examination.
“The Site Safety Manager reported a worker carryiing a ladder in the basement slipped in a puddle of water and injured his back. The worker was transported to
he hospital by ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker injured his knee when the glass
panel. he was transporting on an “”A”” frame broke.”
A DOB inspector reported that technicians were working on the installation of an elevator on a first floor platform when a worker entered the elevator shaft from the cellar level and a two feet long piece of pipe fell from the platform and hit the worker on his hard hat. The worker went to the hospital for a checkup. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported a plank fell on the worker’s head during housekeeping/forming operations. The worker was sent to the hospital.
“While transporting an 8′ steel I beam the load fell onto the foot of a worker. He
was transported to the Belleview Hospital where he underwent surgery for a broken foot. An ECB violation was issued.”
Site Safety Manager reported two workers fighting causing one worker to sprain his ankle. The worker was transported by ambulance to the hospital.
“A worker fill from the 5th Floor to the 4th floor which resulted in him stricking his
head. Partial Stop Work Order issued.”
“Fork on the bobcat was lifted and a workers fingers got caught by the strap, 1
injury reported. Violation & stop work order issued.”
“A vehicle hit the Sidewalk Shed and displaced the a support column and a
wooden cross beam. 1 injury reported.”
“Site Saftey Manager reported that worker slipped on stairs without any tripping
hazards on the stairs. Ambulance was on site.”
“AS PER SSM: WORKER PASSING RIBS UP TO A FLOOR ABOVE, KNOCKED OVER RIB STANDING NEXT TO HIM (NEXT TO PASS UP) . RIB HIT WORKER IN THE LEG. WORKER WENT TO A HOSPITAL ON HIS
OWN”
“Site Saftey Manager reported that a piece of hammer broke and a nail punctured
workers skin on chest. Worker removed nail.”
“2 Workers were slightly injured when a section of a masonry soffit they were
moving collapsed on the sidewalk.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a drill on concrete in the basement when the drill slipped and scraped the worker’s inner thigh. An ambulance escorted the worker to a hospital.
“Site Saftey Manager reported that a worker pushed 2×4 with hip and got a
splinter in his leg. Worker went to clinic.”
“Site Saftey Manager reported that a carpenter twisted his ankle while getting off
a ladder. Ambulance was on site.”
“Inspector Dominic Hennessy reported, the worker was cutting a piece of metal stud and lacerate his right hand using the chop saw. After inspection no violation
issued.”
An architect was doing measurements on the 2nd. Floor, he lost his balance and fell thru opening down to 1st. Floor. Violation & stop work order issued.
“Site Saftey Manager reported that a 2×4 about 5 feet long, fell onto worker below
(12 Floor), injuring his knee.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that some debris had gotten into a worker’s eye during a grinding operation on the previous day. The worker came back to work on the following day and claimed to be experiencing problems with his eye.
The worker went to a clinic.”
“Site saftey manager reported that Crane operator was decending interior tower ladder of crane and slipped breaking his leg. No defects noted to cause fall at
time of inspection.”
“Site safety manager reported that worker lacerated their finger while cutting a
pipe. Worker walked to hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a mason scraped his forearm while
removing rebars. The mason was taken to a hospital.”
“Site saftey manager reported that electrician tripped on rebar. It was a personal
error. Ambulance transported him to hospital.”
“Site saftey manager reported that worker injured his thumb while using drill.
Worker went to clinic.”
“Site safety manager reported that worker lowered pallet jack on another workers
foot.”
“Site safety manager reported that a worker slipped and twisted his ankle on plastic pipe. Worker took taxi to hospital and returned back to work with
restrictions.”
A carpenter was erecting the deck over the pool. He stepped on the plywood not secured to the frame and fell to the floor of the pool approximately 3ft. He went to a clinic and after treatment released and went home. No violation issued.
Site Safety Manager reported that electrician cut a finger on his right hand while moving a transformer box. Worker went to the hospital across the street.
The Site safety manager reported that a worker in the process of operating handheld electrical hammer on 8′ ft high scaffold penerated a wall and came into contact with one of three 200 amp feeders causing flash fire. Resulted in worker sustaining inhuries to arm and hand.
“Site Safety Manager reported that worker was transporting garbage when he
was struck by mini container that rolled of ramp. Worker was injuried and was walked to hospital with his foremen.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a fire alarm insurance inspector stepped
over a hose, as opposed to walking around the hose, and tripped and fell on his knee. An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that worker, Ruel Samuels, pinched his hand and shoulder struck a bucket while moving timber. Worker sustained no injuries and is in the process of returning to work.
FDNY requested an inspection after a worker fell a foot and a half off a ladder. Inspector Vishnu reported that worker was working on 2nd floor of the building on a floor trench covered by plywood. The cover failed and the worker fell into the trench approximately 2’-6” deep. The worker had no visible injury and was taken to hospital by FDNY in conscious state. Inspection continued
“Site Safety Manager reported that worker opened door and got an electric shock from electrical wire with a frey in it, for suspended scaffold. Worker went to
hospital.”
“Site safety manager reported that rebar slipped out of a workers hand and hit
him in the chin. Worker went to hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a grinder when the grinder slipped from his hand and cut his left calve muscle. The worker went to
a hospital with a co-worker.”
“Site safety manager reported that steamfitter using his B-tank has a small flashback and got burned on his eyebrow. He went to the hospital with a
coworker.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell off of an “A”-Frame ladder during a stripping operation. An ambulance was on site.
“Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was walking up the stairs when worker hit his head on a piece of panel over the stairs and stumbled down the stairs onto the floor. Worker was transported to hospital by ambulance.
Inspector Henessey determined that there was no design for platform covering. Issued failure to safe guard ECB and provide P.E design drawing for platform”
“Side walk shed being installed at the time of inspection, Foreman fernando informed the Inspector that worker was struck on the hard hat by a 4 inch pipe.
Foreman sent worker to hospital”
Site safety manager reported that a duct hanger failed during installation and a piece of 2×18 duct hit a worker in the head. Worker was fine and conscious with no cuts on head. Worker went to the hospital for a check up
“A beam slipped from Choker Hitch and fell from 12 floor level on the sidewalk
Shed and crushing the plank covering the gap between SW Shed and building landed at the grade level hitting workers.”
A worker fell into a shaft. DOB Inspector issued a Full SWO for failure to safeguard, Also a Partial SWO for failure to maintain-no elevator in readiness.
“Site Safety Manager reported that worker hit his finger nail with hammer while
hammering plywood. Worker went to the hospital.”
Site Safety Manager reported that the Personnel hoist gate counter weight detatched from its housing and fell from the 20th floor to the loading duck pit area. One worker was hit in the face with debis from the impact.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that during a hoist jumping operation, a
worker using a hammer accidentally struck his hand instead of a pin. The worker went to a hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that during stripping operations on the ninth floor, a worker was hit in the arm with a section of form work during removal. The worker left and went to the hospital on his own.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker was cutting a piece of metal with a grinder when he cut his hand. The Site Safety Coordinator walked the worker to the hospital across the street. Inspector Romero reported that the grinder in use had all safety guards and covers in place, that the site had no safety issues, and that all permits, plans, and logs were in place. No enforcement action was taken after inspection.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a pulley system made from bent rebar had a five gallon plastic bucket attached to a scaffold. The bucket was caught on a plank, came free from the hook, and fell on a worker’s head. ECB Violations were issued. A partial Stop Work was issued for all perimeter work.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker, while using a hand held rebar cutter, was hit in the mouth by a tooth that had broken off of the cutter. The worker had a swollen lip and went to the hospital. Inspector Johnson issued ECB Violation # 25238443N for a failure to maintain equipment and use. All use of rebar cutters was stopped.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell to the sixth floor and succumbed to his injuries. A violation and a Stop Work Order were issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker, after picking up an empty mortar mix box that was approximately 2′ X 2′, tripped over his own feet while walking backwards. The worker complained about lower back pain. An
ambulance was dispatched.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker doing tile work around a pool, fell approximately 3 feet into a ventilated hole that was used by plumbers for access. The worker injured his left side and elbow. The worker went to a medic. A partial Stop Work Order was issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker informed him about an accident that occurred the previous day in which the worker picked up a bucket and pulled his lower back. The worker went to the hospital and was cleared to return
to work on June 6, 2017.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that during a stripping operation on the third floor, a worker was hit in the eye by studs. The worker was transported to the
hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a pedestrian tripped over a steel plate that was installed over subway grating. An ambulance was called and the person was removed with unknown injuries. The plate is located outside of a sidewalk shed and a person would have had to walk around barricades to get to the plate.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a carpenter cut his finger on a metal slab
while sheetrocking. The worker went to the hospital.”
The Construction Superintendent reported that, during a rebar laying operation, a worker tripped on one of the rebars and injured his wrist.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a pedestrian tripped and scraped her
knee while walking on the sidewalk.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber injured their left ring finger
while operating a chainsaw. The plumber was taken to a hospital by a co- worker.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker picked up a bucket of compound and a side of handle came loose, causing a cut on the worker’s ring
finger. The worker went to Citi Medic.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that while a worker was removing an approximately 4′ X 2′ piece of glass from the window, the glass shattered and cut the worker’s wrist. An ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell off the second floor and
landed on the ground while accepting a steel delivery.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that during a stripping operation, a worker twisted his back while lifting material off the floor. The worker went to City MD.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was hit in the face with a piece of wood during a stripping operation on the forty-fourth floor. The worker walked
to medic care.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that while a worker was climbing down a ladder, a rung in the ladder became loose and caused the worker to fall about
seven feet.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped and fell off of a sidewalk shed while working on a façade. The worker was taken to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a two man mechanical lift hit and loosened reshore which hit a worker in the shoulder. The worker was taken to
urgent care. An ECB Violation was issued.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that during the delivery of tiles, the truck’s tail gate failed, causing tiles to fall on two workers; one who was standing on the gate and the other worker who was standing on the ground. An ECB Violation
was issued.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that the plywood of an eighth floor deck gave way, causing a worker to fall and twist his ankle. The plywood gave way under the worker’s weight. The worker was wearing a harness.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his arm while unloading
rebar.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that while a worker was climbing down a ladder, the screw gun fell from his work belt and struck a worker that was holding the ladder below on his left hand. An ambulance was called and the
worker was taken to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a glass door shattered and got into a worker’s eye The worker went to a clinic and was released.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell into debris while coming off a ladder, injuring his lower back. A co-worker transported him to City MD.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his knee while using a
grinder. The worker was taken to the hospital by cab and required a few stitches to treat his injury.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped on the deck rebar on the forming floor. The worker went to City MD and returned to the job site.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his finger while stripping wooden form. The worker was taken to a Lenox Hill hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a foreman slipped while coming down the
interal ladder of a ladder frame and cut his arm.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got his hand caught between two formwork panels while stacking the panels. The worker did not initially report the incident and came back to work the next day, where his hand became swollen. The worker then reported the injury to his foreman and went to a clinic for a check up.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker received an abrasion on his pointer finger. The worker walked to a City MD not far from the work site.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell about three feet and injured
his leg while doing formwork.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a boom lift malfunctioned while a worker was on the machine. The machine went from rabbit mode to turtle mode and caused the machine to jolt. The worker injured his back, went to a hospital, and
returned back to work.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that while tying a wire to rebars, a worker was hit in the eye by one of the wires that was cut. The worker was not properly wearing his safety glasses. The worker was transported to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that during caisson prep work, a small piece of grout flew and hit a worker’s leg, causing a laceration.
The Site Safety Manager reported that while a glazer was installing a mirror on the wall, a corner of the mirror broke off and cut the glazer’s arm.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker twisted his ankle while installing
rebar. A co-worker transported the worker to a hospital. The worker returned to work.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving a hose during a concrete pumping operation when he stepped backwards, tripped on form, and landed on an angle brace, injuring his back. An ambulance was called to the
site.”
“A material delivery was placed on roof with boom. the front portion approx 9 feet collapsed from roof to cellar under weight of load. 3 injuries reported. Violation &
stop work order issued.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was injured while doing housekeeping. A piece of 2″ X 4″ bounced back from the floor and caused a cut to the worker’s left eye. An ambulance took him to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that while performing duct work on the fifth floor, a worker cut his forearm reaching for a piece of duct work. The worker went to the medic rather than City MD. The injury was the result of a worker
error.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a chipping gun on the cellar wall and that the chipping gun got stuck and twisted, hitting the worker in the face with the handle. The workr walked to City MD for a check up. This injury was the result of a worker error.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was reaching for a tag line attached to a bundle of rebar when he fell and injured himself. The worker sustained minor injuries and was rushed to a hospital. The accident was classified as occurring due to a worker error, as the lift director was on site and all paperwork was audited and found satisfactory. There was no enforcement action deemed necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his back while lifting Doka form work material. An ambulance took the worker to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that while a delivery truck was backing up, the back door of the truck opened up and hit a worker, as well as the cross bracing of a sidewalk shed. The worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance. There was no damage to the shed.
The Site Safety Manager states that during the delivery of doors that were to be installed, the doors were being loaded onto the interior elevator when one of the doors fell on a worker’s left leg. The worker suffered a bruised left leg and was taken away by ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a flagman was hit by a car while flagging a truck for delivery. The worker was conscious and was taken to a hospital, where he received surgery. An ECB Violation was issued because there was no flagperson training provided. A partial Stop Work Order was issued on all deliveries and training paperwork will be provided for all flag persons.
“OEM reported a worker fell through 6ft into the basement of an under construction building. The worker was taken to the hospital by the FDNY, where he was responsive to treatments. A Stop Work Order was served and ECB
violations issued.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that while working, a steel angle fell on a worker’s foot. A co-worker transported him to the hospital for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was standing by a load when the load started to go up and the load pushed him into the fence, bruising his
leg. The worker walked to urgent care.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped and cut his finger while
drilling. The worker brought himself to a first med.”
“The FDNY reported that a worker fell into an excavation, which resulted in emergency medical treatment at a nearby hospital. There was no Construction Superintendent on the site. A full Stop Work Order was issued for the entire
site.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that the form work collapsed on the eighth floor while concrete was being poured, injuring six people.
The Site Safety Manager reported that while workers were pushing a small container towards the street, the contrainer got stuck on a metal plate and tipped over, landing on one worker’s leg. An ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that during a delivery operation, while
sheetrock was being brought in on a fram dolly, the sheetrock fell onto a security guard. An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker on a baker scaffold fell through the platform. The worker suffered a bruised leg and went to the hospital.
“The Construction Superintendent reported that while a worker was using a
grinder blade, the blade snapped back, causing lacerations to the worker’s arm and leg.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a brick layer was reaching for a bundle of rebars and got a cut on his left arm. The worker went to receive medical care.
The Site Super reported that there was a non-worker for a tile company who, while taking tile material up a flight of stairs, slipped on the steps on the way down, falling approximately four steps. An ambulance was called to take the person to the hospital. The non-worker appeared to be in stable condition.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a nine inch grinder to cut CMU (Concrete Masonry Unit) blocks when the grinder kicked back and caused a laceration to the worker’s lower right shin.
The Site Safety Manager reported that while an electrician was stepping off of a man lift at the ground level, his radio got caught in the door, causing him to lose his balance and twist his ankle. An ambulance was on site.
“The Site Safety Manager states that while a worker was moving sheetrock with A-Frame, the A-Frame tipped, pinching the worker against a platform mechanical lift. The worker stated that he felt right arm and leg pain and walked
off site to City MD for treatment.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that two workers were struck by a hoist during a hoist jump. A violation and a Stop Work Order were issued.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker slipped off of a extension ladder and injured his arm. An ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker that was in a man lift on the ground level had hree pieces of sheet rock leaning on rails in a basket. The worker went to move the pieces and the pieces fell on his legs. The worker went
to a hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that while two workers were carrying a sheet
of metal when one of the workers tripped and cut his hand. The worker went to a hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a private bus hit a concrete truck that was pulling onto the work site. The collission occurred because the pump truck was parked diagonally, contrary to the Site Safety Plan. Minor injuries were reported. An ambulance was sent to the site.
“The Fire Department reported that a worker who was installing duct work on
steel dunnage fell twenty feet off of a scaffold. The worker was not tiedoff and the platform did not have guard rails.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that an ironworker was hosting steel with chain fall and a choker when the beam slipped and hit the worker’s leg. An ambulance was called and the worker was taken to Elmurst Hospital. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped on rebar and hurt his back during a concrete operation. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a laborer was transporting debris with a steel container when the steel container flipped and hit his foot while going down a ramp. An ambulance was called to the work site and the worker was transported to Roosevelt Hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a laborer was moving a guard shack when he slipped and cut his hand through a window. The laborer was taken to a
hospital for stitches.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was unloading a delivery truck to a staging area when he lost his balance and dropped a metal frame onto himself, hurting his left wrist. The worker was taken to Coney Island Hospital for treatment for minor stitches.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hit himself in the shoulder while loading material. The worker took himself to a First Med.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was hit by falling debris during
demolition operations.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was unscrewing screw jack from reshore when the beam attached to the screw jack fell on his left index
dinger. The worker went to medic-care.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a masonry worker was cutting brick with a wet saw when he cut the back of his hand with the saw. The guard was on. The worker left with a supervisor to go to Mount Sinai Hospital for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his left pinky while carrying
duct work. Another worker took him to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell from the third floor to the second floor while lifting up a plywood hole cover and may have possibly suffered a broken arm. The plywood was marked, but the worker lost his grip, mistepped, and fell in the hole. The worker was conscious and an ambulance was on site.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his arm while doing duct
work. The piece of duct worker shifted during an installation, causing the cut. The worker walked to a medic.”
“The Site Safety Manager reports that a worker cut his finger while he was cutting a metal band that held cable wire together. The worker walked to Medic
MD.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber was standing on the third rung of an “”A”” frame ladder and was drilling a hole in the wall when he lost his
balance and fell. An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager and an inspector reported that a worker was walking down a ramp when he tripped and fell. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was coming down an extension ladder when he lost balance on the second rung and fell off the ladder. The worker did not suffer any visible injuries. The worker was transported to a hospital by an ambulance for check up.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was dragging cast iron when he tripped on a nail in the subfloor and lacerated his forearm and right hand. The worker walked to the nearest urgent care for treatment.
Contractors were removing steel drill rod from the production pile. Improper rigging to lift the steel drill rod out of the case failed. This resulted in the pile to fall into 2 workers who were guiding the pile. The received immeidiate medical attention. Both workers concious when they were transported to the hospital. Agg 2 failure to safeguard issued. Full Stop Work Order for the entire site.
“The Fire Department reported that a worker fell ten feet through a hole in the
roof. The worker was found conscious and was taken in by EMS. A violation and a Stop Work Order was issued.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker on the sixth floor was pushed down by a roll of electrical wire. The electrical spool was not set up appropriately on the baker scaffold and the spool shifted from the scaffold, which caused the injury. The worker hurt his back and was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. A partial Stop Work Order and an ECB violation for a failure to safeguard was issued.
During a stripping operation, a worker fell form a ladder and fractured his left leg. The worker was not using a safety harness and was not tied off. An ambulance transported him to a hospital. A partial Stop Work Order was issued, stopping all forming and stripping operations. Five other safety violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that plumbers had a 6 X 6 new white tank on a chain fall hook up in a basement when the tank hit a worker in the leg while the tank was being lifted. The worker went to a hospital by an ambulance. No violation conditions were found as of the time of inspection.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker on a tenth floor deck tripped on a rebar chair. The worker went to City MD and returned to work.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his finger extending a screw jack. An ambulance took the worker to a hospital.
On July 25th 2017 DOB was notified by OSHA of a construction fatality that occurred July 12th 2017 at 223 Manhattan Avenue, Brooklyn. It was confirmed by the C.S that the Deceased, Roberto Mital (DOB 4/19/82) was a worker at the site. C.S. Jacob Hirsch and his competent person stated that the worker fainted from heat exhaustion and was taken to the hospital. DOHMH report indicates cause of death due to blunt force injuries to the torso and lower left extremity and multi organ failure. A DOI investigation of this incident is still ongoing as of January 5, 2018.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was on the fifth floor removing plywood form work near an elevator shaft when he lost his footing and fell approximately twelve feet down an elevator shaft. The worker was wearing his harness, which saved the worker from serious injuries. The worker complained of a sore shoulder and was transported to the hospital by ambulance.A partial Stop Work Order. ECB violations was also issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an ironworker at the fourteenth floor was erecting curtian wall when, while handling material, stepped backwards and twisted his left ankle. The worker was transported to NY Presbyterian Hospital
for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that during a duct work delivery, a worker suffered a lacerated right forearm while attempting to catch a falling duct. An
ambulance was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hit his finger with a hammer
while doing carpentry work. The worker went to City MD.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his arm on a metal stud while doing carpentry work. The worker went to a hospital with a co-worker.
The Site Safety Manager reported that rebars fell off the work horses onto a worker’s leg and possibly broke the leg. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a mason struck his elbow on rebar and suffered a small laceration. The mason walked to a close by clinic.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cut on his right forearm while lifting reshore from one floor to another. The worker went to urgent care.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a Port Authority police officer was walking on the street when he was hit in the back by a piece of masonry that fell form a construction site. It could not be determined where the masonry came from, as there was work being performed on both sides of street.
The Site Safety Manager repoted that a worker was moving a pallet of bricks when a few bricks fell from the pallet and injured the worker’s foot. The worker did not report the incident to the Site Safety Manager or the Construction Superintendent until thirteen days after the incident occurred (the incident occurred on 07/14/17, but was not reported until 07/27/17). The worker went to the hospital the date that the injury occurred.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cutting tile with a grinder when the grinder nipped her left finger. The grinder had all safety guards and collars in place. EMS took the worker to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was transporting debris to a dumpster when his hand got caught inbetween. A co-worker took the injured
worker to City MD for treatment.”
“During welding operations, a worker fell approximately ten feet from the first floor to the cellar floor. The worker fell through a floor opening and landed feet first.
The contractor stated that the opening had a plywood cover, but that the cover was removed. The worker was taken to a nearby hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a carpenter was working in the interior of the twelfth floor and was laying out track for sheet rock when he slipped on a loose track cut off and fell onto the track. The worker received a cut to his hand and was taken to NYU Langone Hospital for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cut his finger while carrying a garbage container. The worker left and claimed that he will go to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a crane operator was standing on an eight foot ladder and was climbing up a crane while trying to erect a jib section. The worker was banging on a pin when the jib fell off the crane. The worker jumped off the ladder, fell, and broke his arm.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker stepped on a nail while pushing a container. The worker was examined by an on site medic, who suggested that the worker go to urgent care for a tetnis shot.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a sidewalk shed erector fell from a deck he was working on. The worker was taken to an NYU hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was hit in the face with plywood during a rebar operation and received a minor cut on his mouth. As a precaution, an ambulance transported the worker to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his left finger while working on the seventh floor. The worker was taken to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker had his hand against a sheetrock wall when another worker pushing a mini container hit his wrist. The
worker went to a hospital.”
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was unloading cargo from a container when he lost his balance, fell, and hit his head on the metal door of the container. The worker suffered a cut on his head and was taken to a hospital by ambulance. . No violations were issued . The injury occurred as the result of a worker error.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was installing horizontal roofing termination bars when he came into contact with an exposed high voltage conduit. The worker suffered a high voltage electrocution and succumbed to his injuries. The conduit was found to be in very poor condition, as there were multiple breaks along its raceway length that exposed the electrical wires inside. Three ECB Violations and a full Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker stepped on a piece of chain link fence while cleaning a lawn area and the piece of fence punctured his foot.The worker let the work site to get examined.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker twisted his ankle while moving material. The worker was transported to a hospital by EMS.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber caught his elbow on a sharp corner and received a small laceration. An ambulance was called to the site.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker wrenched his back while lifting
a scaffold motor. An ambulance was called to the site.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was coming down an “”A”” frame ladder when he missed the last step and landed on his right side. The worker
was sent to urgent care.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his finger while installing a
door. A co-worker took him to a treatment center.”
A worker lost his balance and fell 14 feet from a scaffold into a hole.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was drilling a hole using a hammer drill when he lost his grip, which caused the drill to bounce back and hit him on his hard hat. The foreman sent the electrician home for the day.
A worker fell approximately twenty feet from a scaffold at the third level. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A Stop Work Order was issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell through a gap in a scaffold to the concrete below. The worker was taken to the hospital by an ambulance. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A Stop Work Order was
also issued.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker’s hand got pinched between two rebars during a pile drilling operation. A co-worker took him to the hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was removing a piece of form work at a bulkhead when he lost his grip and accidentally hit himself in the head with his crowbar, which caused a cut over his left eye. The worker walked to a
hospital on his own.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was working on an A-frame ladder and was chopping concrete on a core hole opening when he lost his balance, which resulted in a cut to his chin. The worker took a taxi to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a hoist operator hurt his back and shoulder while lifting a stuck hoist gate. The worker walked to urgent care.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got dust in his eye while he was moving lumber around. The worker had protective lenses on, but the dust came in from the top of the lenses. The worker walked to urgent care in order to have
his eyes washed.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a grinder when he lost control of the grinder, which kicked back and caused a laceration on his
right arm. The safety guard was on.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell approximately six feet into an excavated area while doing form work. The worker hurt his hip on rebar with cap. The worker was conscious and was taken to the hospital by an ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was on a ladder doing electrical work when he hit his head on a sprinkler head and slipped off of the ladder, falling approximately six feet. The worker hurt his leg and was transported to the
hospital by ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving around a mini debris box when he tipped it and hit a worker’s left foot. An ambulance took the
worker to a hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his ankle while cutting a
pile. No dispatch.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his hand while installing
rebar. An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker shocked himself while removing temporary wiring. The worker went to a first med as a precaution.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was injured when the load shifted while he was operating a pallet jack. EMS was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell twelve feet off of a scaffold onto a balcony. The worker was not wearing a harness. The worker was found conscious and was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. This was an SCA job
site.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was working on a forming deck when he slipped and fell on the deck. The harness that he was wearing caused an injury to his lower body. The worker walked to urgent care.
“The owner reported that a worker was using a grinder when he mishandled the grinder, causing the grinder to nip his forearm. The worker went for treatment
and returned to work.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that while loading out steel “C” channels with back hoe, a chain being pulled out caught steel load and tipped the load off of a truck and onto a worker, injuring the worker’s left arm and leg. An ambulance was called and the worker was taken to Cornell Hospital for treatment. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was bending rebars on rebar bending equipment when he was hit in the nose by the same rebar that he was
bending. The worker went to a clinic.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that during a stripping operation, a worker was removing a framing form when he was hit by a pin that was holding the
piece of form. The worker went to med-care.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was feeding an electrical box when he caught and cut his arm in unfinished wall studding.. The worker walked
to NYU Medical Center for treatment.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was unloading rebar from a delivery truck when he mistepped, fell off of the truck, and hit his head. The worker, while conscious, suffered injuries to his head and face and was taken to the hospital by ambulance. An ECB Violation was issued for and a partial Stop Work Order was issued for all deliveries.
“A supervisor from Land/Lease Construction Company notified NYCOEM that a construction worker was struck by a truck at the construction site. The worker
was taken to the hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber was climbing down an egress ladder from the fourteenth floor to the thirteenth floor when he slipped from a piece of wood and fell down the ladder. The worker got up, walked down to the eleventh floor, and then felt that he needed medical assistance. An ambulance took him to the hospital. . An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported tha a worker was installing a piece of steel that was about three feet long when he his lost balance and fell. The worker suffered a few lacerations and was found bleeding from his nose. The worker went to a hospital via a taxi.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was changing ceiling tiles when
he stuck his head inside the ceiling and hit live wire, causing him to fall off the ladder. ECB Violations were issued.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker accidentally cut himself while
drilling holes. The worker left to go to City MD.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was getting on an eight foot ladder on the ground floor when he mistepped and fell off. The worker fell to the ground, got up and walked around, but decided to go to the hospital to be checked. The worker did not have head trauma.
“A section of ceiling fell injuring two workers. The extent of the injuries were unknown at of the time of inspection. Three ECB Violations, a partial Stop Work
Order, and a Vacate were issued.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped and twisted his arm on the wooden pallet. The worker was able to go to a hospital on his own.
“Workers on the fourteenth floor displaced material that fell to the sub cellar and struck another worker in the chin. An onsite medic referred the worker to urgent
care.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was hit by a ceiling during an apartment demolition. The worker went to the hospital by ambulance. No
violations were issued.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported two workers were injured when they fell from an 8-foot ladder when a beam rolled. One worker suffered a broken femur and the other injured his back. Both workers were taken to the hospital. An ECB
violation was issued.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving twelve 4 X 8 sheets of plexi-glass when the glass tipped over onto the worker’s leg. The worker was conscious. EMS was called and the worker was taken to an area hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his finger with a saw during the installation of floors. The worker went to a hospital to get stitches.
The NYC Housing Authority reported that a worker fell off the top of a sidewalk shed while dismantling it. Three ECB Violations were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was on top of a hoist and doing an installation of hoist doors when his foot got caught between moving parts. An ambulance took the worker to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued.
“The Site Super reported that a scaffold erector fell two to four feet off of a scaffold. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance. ECB Violations were
issued.”
The Site Safety Manager that a worker on a man lift was pinned between a horizontal beam and a manlift rail while in the process of being transported from the nineteenth floor to the twentieth floor at hoist runback. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order on transporting man lifts were issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his back while liting a window frame for a first floor store front. The worker sat down for a while before
deciding to go to a hospital for a check up.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was installing a fixture when he
cut his arm. The worker was taken to a hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a carpenter was taping in the closet when he touched an exposed closed fixture wire on the ceiling and was zapped. The worker was conscious and was taken to NY Prespertairan hospital. A DOB inspector issued a partial Stop Work Order for all taping in seventh floor closets and to make the closets a controlled access zone until the ceiling panels were closed. An ECB Violation was issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an ironworker was climbing a ladder to a worker deck when he slipped and fell onto Q-deck. The worker struck his left shin on an unknown object, which caused a small laceration. The worker was sent to Brooklyn Hospital for treatment. The worker was conscious and was able to get to a hoist on his own.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a skid of cement was accidentally lowered onto a worker’s left foot. The worker is going to a doctor.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker accidentally cut his finger while
using a band saw. He went to the hospital on his own.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker stepped on a nail while installing
roof protection. The worker was sent to a hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber was chopping out concrete to install a pipe when a worker was hit in the right eye by a piece of concrete. The worker was stable enough to walk to emergency care and reported that he would be back on the next day.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a carpenter was moving an A-Frame loaded with studs when it tipped over and landed on his leg. The carpenter suffered a serious fracture to his leg. An ambulance took him to Elmhurst Hospital. An inspector found that the A-Frame was overstacked and too small for the amount of metal studs that it was carrying. An ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard was issued and a partial Stop Work Order was issued on metal stud deliveries and to provide a Means and Methods for the safe stacking and use of A-Frames.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a foreman cut his finger while moving a piece of corrigated steel. The workers suffered a minor injury and went to
Beekman Hospital for treatment.”
A worker was cleaning the floor on the twenty seventh floor when capping fell onto his foot. The capping was approximately fifty pounds. The worker suffered a minor injury to his foot and went to the hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a lather received a minor cut on his arm while using a bending machine. The worker took a taxi to Roosevelt Hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell approximately sixteen feet while making a transition from a sidewalk shed to a scaffold. The worker hit his head and was bleeding, but was conscious. An ambulance took the worker to Bellevue Hospital. Six ECB Violations were issued.
A worker was performing work on the dormer when he fell approximately fifteen feet onto the lower porch below. The worker eventually succumbed to his injuries. Two ECB Violations were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a a reshore came loose at the first floor level, tipped over, and hit a worker in the head and shoulder. The worker was not wearing his hard hat when he was hit because he was having lunch. The worker walked to an ambulance and was taken to Mount Sinai hospital for treatment. An ECB Violation was issued. A partial Stop Work Order unreleated to this incident has also been issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was walking down the stairs when he missed a step and fell. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a twelve story alteration involving a concrete pour on the steel deck was in progress when the concrete pumping pipe bust, spraying concrete upward into a worker’s eyes. The worker was not wearing eye protection. The worker’s eyes were flushed out on site and the worker was taken to NY Presbyterian Hospital by ambulance. The worker was in stable condition and was later released.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was near a boarded and planked window when a horizontal plank fell approximately three feet from its place and hit the worker on the arm. The worker went to Lenox Hill Hospital via ambulance. An ECB Violaton was issued for material being stored unsafely. A partial Stop Work Order was issued for the use of a scaffold.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was walking into a room to install ceiling boxes when his foot got caught on the bottom of an A-Frame ladder, which caused him to fall forward against the wall. The worker sustained an injury to his shoulder. An ambulance took him to NYU for an X-ray.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was performing stripping work on a second floor elevator shaft. The worker was removing styrofoam from a fill in beam pocket when the wood beam supporting the platform lost bearing, causing the platform to collapse and causing the worker to fall approximately forty feet down the shaft to the cellar level. The worker was wearing a personal fall protection harness, but was not tied off at the time of the incident. The worker was found breathing, but in serious condition. The worker was transported to Belevue Hospital, but eventually succumbed to his injuries. A Full Stop Work Order and a DOB Violation were issued for a failure to safeguard.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker on the ninth floor was on a five foot scaffold when the worker fell backwards off of the scaffold. The worker complained of back pain and could not move. The FDNY took the worker to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to provide guardrails.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his leg on a sharp edge of a section of concrete formwork. The worker took a taxi to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his thumb. The worker did
not require stitches.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a pedestrian tripped on a loose sidewalk shed brace. The worker called 911, but did not go to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician accidentally cut his forearm with a knife while splicing wire. The worker went to a hospital via ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a circular saw when
he suffered a cut between his index finger and thumb. The worker went to Mount Sinai Hospital for stitches.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was installing a sidewalk shed
when his right index finger got pinched between two metal beams. The worker went to a hospital via ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pushing a scissor lift onto a hoist when her toe was pinched by the wheel. The worker took a cab to get the
toe examined.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker accidentally rolled steel I-Beam onto this foot while attempting to place the steel in a different area.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that workers were manually moving a crab mobile spider crane on the tenth floor when they tipped the crane over and pinned a worker’s leg. An ambulance was called to the site. An Alteration permit
was in place.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that there were two workers that were scooping cement mortar mix. When one of the workers bent down to pick up his shovel, the other worker scooped the mortar and accidentally hit the other worker on the forehead. The worker left to see a doctor and returned to work.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker accidentally cut his forearm while cutting a foam board with a utility knife. The worker went to the hospital via
an ambulance to get stitches.”
The crane operator reported that a stage hand felll while erecting a supported scaffold. The worker was transported to the hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard all persons and the crane operator.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a window worker was unloading a crate when he stepped on a nail on the eleventh floor. The worker left on his own to
see a medic.”
The FDNY reported that a pedestrian fell into an open trench and suffered a minor injury. This incident was referred to the Department of Transportation.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a laborer was dumping material into the dumpster when some of the material fell onto his right foot. The worker went to a
hospital to have his foot examined.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his right arm on a metal
stud. The worker went to Beth Israel Hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was breaking down shanty made with metal when he cut his left arm while unscrewing the metal. The worker was stable and walked to Beth Israel Hospital for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving a panel and got his finger caught between two panels. An ambulance was called.
“A worker was replacing a steel angle from a billboard sign when he fell six feet
from a pipe scaffold. Two ECB Violations were issued.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician received lacerations while pulling wires above the drop ceiling. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was shoring up deck with a screw jack yesterday when a screw jack slipped out of the worker’s hand and landed on his toe. The worker returned to work on the same day.
The job’s Super reported that a worker was removing a crate when an 8′ X 8′ section of glass fell over, knocking the worker to he ground. The worker was conscious and was taken to a medical facility.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a carpenter was installing sheetrock when he lacerated his arm on a metal stud. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got his finger pinched between a safety post and a load of delivered material. The worker was sent to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got cement in his eye while
cleaning out some tools.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker on the ground level was moving material using a frame cart. The worker lost control of the cart and the cart fell on him, bruising the left side of his body. The worker went to urgent care.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slippd while moving a concrete pump. The worker hurt his arm and was taken by ambulance to Jamaica
hospital.”
“A project manager reported that a worker was removing a damaged shower door when the shower door shattered after being placed on the ground, cutting the worker’s left middle finger. EMS was called and the worker was taken to a
local hospital.”
“A DOB inspector reported that a piece of plywood that was put in place as window protection was knocked out of place and fell onto a worker who was standing close by. The worker went to a hospital. The plywood was being held
on place by a 2″” X 4″”.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a painter was standing on a four foot tall ladder when he lost his balance and fell. The worker complained of upper back pain and went to the hospital by ambulance. The Site Safety Manager also reported that the worker was fine and that the injury was minor.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a tapper on a six foot ladder lost his balance and fell approximately five feet, hurting his shoulder and cutting his forearm on his compound/mud box. The worker did not hit his head. An
ambulance took the worker to a hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was drilling a hole in the ceiling when his arm brushed up against a treaded rod, causing a two inch cut to his forearm. The worker went to a medical center. The rod had been previously
installed.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was standing on a guard rail inside the core of the floor in order to move a wire from the ceiling. A 2″ X 4″ cracked and the worker fell four feet, hurting his back. There was no open floor around the guardrail; it was a concrete section. The worker left on his own to see a medic. No ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager stated that a worker was loading a pipe into a hoist when he pinched his thumb inbetween the pipe and the hoist. The worker was
able to walk to urgent care on his own.”
“A DOB inspector reported that a worker fell through an approximate nine inch opening while doing work on top of a stair bulkhead. The worker suffered a
broken arm and was sent to a hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber was cutting a pipe with a grinder on the sixth floor when the grinder got caught by the rebars and the plumber got his fingers cut. An ambulance transported the plumber to a hospital. The grinder had all safety collars on and the plumber was using all safety equipments.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was transporting a hoist panel onto site when he cut his arm against the hoist panel. The worker was seen by an on site medic and walked himself to nearby urgent care. The worker
appeared to be stable.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that on the 37th floor, an interior glazier worker was installing glass when the worker slipped and fell into a bathtub. The worker injured his back and was found alert and conscious. The worker was
taken to a hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his finger on a metal stud.
The worker went home to see a doctor.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was doing maintenance of a Doka Cocoon system on the 26th floor when he stepped on a part of the system and twisted his back. The worker went to NYU Hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was landing steel on the seventh floor when he placed his hand on the steel load, hurting his hand at the pinch point. The worker hurt his right middle finger and walked to Medrite with a Shop Steward. The worker was conscious and alert.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a security guard twisted his ankle while stepping out of his booth. The security guard went to a hospital by ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician burned his left arm during a wiring operation. The electrician went to the hospital by ambulance. No
enforcement action was necessary.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was performing demolition operations of an interior elevator. The worker was on a ladder when, as the demolition continued, an approximate 3 X 3 steel plate from the elevator fell and lacerated the heel of the worker’s foot. The Foreman took the worker to the hospital for stitches.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was installing lentles for window openings on a brick scaffold when one of the lentles he was working with slipped out from position and landed on his hand. The worker went to the hospital. The worker did not suffer any broken bones in his hand and returned to work the next day.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a delivery driver was suffering from chest
pains. An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician entered the fire pump room, where the fire pump was not mounted or anchored down. The electrician claimed that the fire pump tipped over and landed on his foot. There were no witnesses, and no one was with the electrician when he was in the fire pump room. An ambulance took the worker to the hospital. An ECB Violation and a DOB Violation were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was working on an HVAC Unit when an angler fell on his foot. The worker is going to see his own doctor.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker banged his leg while carrying a piece of lumber on the previous day. The worker reported the incident the next day and said that his leg hurts when he walks. An ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his finger on the bracket attached to a cable wire that he was pulling. The worker went to a hospital om
his own.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker on the first floor slipped on mud and twisted his knee. The mud was present as a result of rain that occurred the previous day. This injury occurred at 10:00 AM, but the worker did not report the injury until 2:30 PM. While the worker was filling out his report, he suffered a non-work related seizure. An ambulance was called and took the worker to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker fell from the 57th floor to the 56th floor. The worker was conscious and was taken to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a concrete work fell from the 28th floor and was pronounced dead. A DOB inspector reported that the worker fell from a forming deck and was not tied off or hooked up. It is unknown how the worker fell. A DOB Violation and a Stop Work Order were issued for a failure to safeguard persons and property affected by construction operations. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for safe operation of the job while working at the leading edge.
The Site Safety reported that there were workers sitting on a yodock that was ouside of the job site having lunch when a bus hit the yodock and caused two workers to fall. The workers complained of pain in their back and were sent to the hospital with no visible injury. A DOB inspector issued a Partial Stop Work Order for all work in the occupied lane, including shipping and deliveries for improper use of equipment leading to the workers’ injuries. The General Contractor is to provide a worker’s safety meeting and Means and Methods for safe operation.
The Site Safety Manager reported that there were two electricians working in the lobby area of the first floor using a man lift to install electrical conduits in the ceiling. While lowering the lift, the lift got caught on steel tubes, giving it a jolt and tossing both workers out of the basket. Both workers were wearing their PPE Safety Harness, but the harnesses were not hooked up. The workers fell approximately 35 feet. One of workers was found decreased at the site, and the second worker was taken to the hospital in serious condition. A DOB Violation was issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving steel when his leg got caught inbetween pieces of steel. An ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was getting onto a scaffold from a ladder when the 2′ X 4′ support snapped, causing the worker to fall twelve feet. An onsite medic stabalized the worker. The FDNY took the worker to a
hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager states that a worker injured his foot while jackhammering concrete. The worker took himself to a first med as a
precaution.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his middle and ring finger with a utility knife while cutting shims. The worker was taken by ambulance to a
hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was tying tension control bolts (TC bolts) on the fourth floor. While the worker was tying the bolts, he went to pull a pipe back out and hit himself on the side of his nose. The worker went to
the hospital in a taxi cab.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that two workers got into an argument when one of the workers pulled out a knife and sliced the shoulder of the other worker. The police came and arrested the attacking worker. The injured worker was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was injured when a 75-80 pound beam fell while bracing operations were ongoing at the cellar. The worker
was taken to a hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a knuckle boom was tipped over during the unloading of materials. A worker was injured. An ambulance was sent to the
job site.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that concrete under a plywood covered opening collapsed, causing a worker to fall from the 8th floor to the 7th floor. The worker was found conscious, but was complaing of neck and back pain. The worker was transported to an area hospital. A DOB inspector reported that the concrete floors on all of the floors were found aged and in a state of disrepair, presenting a danger to workers and the public. An Aggravated 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard public and property.
The FDNY and a DOB inspector reported that during construction activity, the second floor collapsed, injuring two workers. One worker suffered a broken ankle and the other worker suffered a laceration to his forehead. The workers were taken to a nearby hospital by emergency personnel. The contractor had performed work that exceeded the scope of the work approved by the DOB approved documents. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a Stop Work Order were issued. The owner will stabilize the building and install sidewalk sheds to protect the public and property affected by the construction activity.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was climbing up a drill rigg when a bolt snapped, causing the drill head assembly and the worker to fall to the ground. The worker suffered minor injuries and was taken to Belleview Hospital, where he was released after a short period of time. No equipment maintenance logs were provided at the time of inspection. An ECB Violaton was issued for a failure to safeguard. Additional violations were issued for there being no approved plans on site and monitoring/inspector reports on site.
During the hoisting of an I-Beam, a sling broke and fell approximately 15 feet, trapping an iron worker. The worker suffered a punctured lung and a broken ankle. The FDNY freed the worker, who was transported to a hospital. Eleven ECB Violations and a Partial Stop Work Order for all hoisting operations were issued.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker was asked to retrieve a four inch grinder from the floor. In order to do so, the worker jumped from a scaffold to a six foot ladder. The ladder jolted and caused the worker to lose his balance and fall to the floor. The worker was experiencing pain in his ribs. and walked downstairs. His Foreman transported him to a hospital.
“The FDNY reported that a worker fell from scaffolding erected inside of an elevator shaft. The worker was in stable condition and was taken to a hospital. A DOB inspector found that the scaffolding was not fully planked. Four ECB
Violations were issued.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped on a piece of wire and
lacerated his calve. The worker went to urgent care.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was lifting a cardboard box that had things in it when the box ripped and caused the worker to loose balance and fall. An ambulance came to the job site.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a 2″ X 4″, 6′ long metal spacer fell and struck a worker in the arm and back. The worker was found conscious and was complaining of back pain. The worker was taken to St. Luke’s hospital. A DOB inspector reported that there was work being performed contrary to the approved plan. An ECB Violation and a full Stop Work Order were issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker chopped off the top of his finger while bending rebars on a machine. An ambulance took the worker to the
hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a boom truck ran over an iron worker’s
foot on the ground floor. An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that two workers was installing stone on a supported scaffold between the first and second floors when the workers fell apprixmately eighteen feet off of the scaffold. An ambulance was called. Two ECB Violations were issued, as the supported scaffold was missing end rails and the working level was not fully planked and the two workers failed to produce approved supported scaffold training cards. A partial Stop Work Order was also issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that worker hurt his index finger while picking
up a wall panel. The worker went to urgent care.”
“A worker fell off of an extension ladder when the ladder slid on a marble floor. The worker ended up falling onto another worker that was standing next to the ladder. The second worker suffered an injury to their index finger and went to a
hospital.”
A worker was attaching decorative material with ties to a tubular column at an exposure that was approximately fifteen feet high when the harness, which was improperly secured, released, causing the worker to fall and strike her head on a wooden platform. The extent of the worker’s injuries were not known as of the time of inspection. No enforcement action was necessary.
A worker was moving an approximately 150-pound stone with his partner when the worker’s knee buckled under the weight of the stone. The worker was unable to move his leg and was transported to Bellevue Hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard and a partial Stop Work Order was issued for handling material in a lobby. A Means and Methods will be provided for the safe settling of stone.
The Site Safety Manager reported that two workers were moving three sections of pipe scaffold down a ramp on an “A”-Frame when the “A”-Frame tipped and hit the workers. The workers suffered minor injuries to the back, arm, and shoulder. An ambulance was on site.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was pulling wires through conduits when his hand slipped and hit the electrical box, cutting his right hand. A co-worker took him to the hospital for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that at the 35th floor of a 45-story new building, a worker was installing sheetrock with a utility knife when he lacerated his thumb. The worker was stable and conscious and walked to a medical clinic
with a shop steward.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that on the fourteenth floor of a sixty-nine story new building, an ironwalker was sorting steel to be erected when he walked into steel, injuring his left leg. The worker was found conscious and alert
and an ambulance was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reorted that a worker pinched his index finger while
moving a tamper. The worker walked to a hospital.”
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker was performing electrical work in a bathroom on the fifth floor of a ten story new building when the the worker stepped onto a ladder, lost his balance, and bumped his head on the wall, suffering a laceration to his ear. An ambulance was called and transported the worker to a hospital. The worker was in stable condition.
The Site Safety Manager reported that while a crane was hoisting form work, a worker tried to direct the load by hand without the use of an attached tag line and got his arm caught inbetween the load and reshore on the building side. The worker went to a hospital by taxi. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker accidentally cut his hand with a box cutter. The worker went to urgent care and then came back to work.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was unloading rebar from a truck and was repositioning the rebar from the ground when the rebar struck his knee and caused his knee to swell. EMS transported the worker to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker’s back went out as he was
going up a ladder. An ambulance was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker dislocated his knee when he
moved his foot. An ambulance was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that four workers went to lift a box that had
conduits in it when one of the worker’s back went out. An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager and a DOB inspector reported that a pulley fell from the seventeenth floor of a supported scaffold and hit a worker in the back. The worker suffered lacerations to his back and complained of discomfort. The worker was transported to NY Presbyterian Hospital and a partial Stop Work Order and three ECB Violations were issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was setting up a drill rig when his fingers got crushed between a drill and a caisson. The worker was taken to Bellevue Hospital. A DOB inspector determined that no enforcement action was
necessary.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that workers were using an “A”-Frame to move an interior elevator unit that was delivered at the loading dock. The elevator unit was 8′ X 8′ and approximately 1,000 pounds in weight, which caused the “A”-Frame to become overloaded. The workers lost control and the elevator unit fell on one of the workers. The worker was taken to the hospital in a conscious state. Two ECB Violations and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers installing an additional set of stairs at the sixth floor while there was also work being performed them at the roof level above them. Plywood fell from the roof level and struck one of the workers on his left shoulder. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that during a stripping operation, a form slipped out of a worker’s hands and hit him on his head. The worker was wearing a hard hat and suffered a cut from the hard hat’s plastic. The worker
was sent to a hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his arm with his own knife while cutting material for weather proofing. The worker went to urgent care.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cutting studs when he slipped and cut his leg. The worker walked to an ambulance on his own.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an on site steamfitter was accidentally hit on his forehead by a frame box. The steamfitter suffered a small laceration and
was sent to urgent care.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that there steamfitters cutting a pipe in place when one end of the pipe got loose and hit one of the workers in the head, causing a cut to the worker’s forehead. The worker was wearing a hardhat. An
ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker nicked his finger on a metal stud while moving a standpipe. The worker saw a medic and went to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was working on an “”A””-
Frame ladder when he slipped and fell about four feet. The worker hurt his shoulder and went to urgent care.”
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers performing façade work on the top of a sidewalk shed that lost control of a piece of styrofoam that was approximately 3′ X 6″. The piece of styrofoam fell and struck a pedestrian that was walking right next to the outside of the sidewalk shed. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a piece of form work fell from the sixth floor elevator shaft platform to to the sub-cellar and hit a worker in the arm, causing a cut. The worker went to the hospital by taxi to get stitches. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a partial Stop Work Order were issued. A Means and Methods will be provided.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber was fixing sprinklers in the
ceiling when he cut his right forearm on a piece of metal stud. The worker took a taxi to the hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician accidentally lacerated his
finger. The electrician went to a hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was hammering a nail when a piece of the nail broke off and hit the worker in his left eye. The worker was wearing eye protection around his neck. The worker was found stable and was taken to a hospital for evaluation.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell off of a truck while unloading
equipment. An ambulance was called.”
“A DOB inspector reported that a worker was at the loading dock loading an “”A””- Frame with metal studs when the “”A””-Frame toppled onto the worker. The worker suffered a leg injury and was taken to a hospital. No enforcement action
was necessary.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was stripping form work on the twenty-sixth floor when he pulled on a 2 X 4 that snapped and hit him in the
nose. The worker walked to a City MD.”
The Site Safety Manager and a DOB inspector reported that a worker was cutting tubular steel with a grinder when he lost control of the grinder, causing the grinder to kick back and lacerate his arm. The DOB inspector reported that the grinder did not have an additional handle on it. The worker was sent to a hospital.
“SSM reports, worker installing a motor vehicle tray (robot) in parking lot and
twisted his ankle. Ambulance called.”
A DOB inspector reported that there were contractors performing an interior renovation to perform a vertical and horizontal extension. The contractors overloaded the roof with material, which caused the roof to partially collapse down to the cellar. This collapse resulted in injuries to four workers. Due to additional work that was not conforming to an approved plan, the building was found to be unstable and in need of emergency stabalization work under the direct supervision of a Plan Examiner. A Full Stop Work Order was issued. 13 ECB Violations were issued to 1294 Park Place and 27 ECB Violations were issued to the building next door, 1296 Park Place.
A DOB inspector reported that a laborer was pushing a motorized buggy into a hoist when the laborer slipped on a deck. The area was found to be in good condition. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker lost his balance and fell from a ladder, suffering injuries to his left arm and leg. The worker was found conscious and was taken to a hospital by a co-worker.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his hand with a box cutter while cutting piping. The worker went to the emergency room.
The NYPD and a DOB inspector reported that a foreman was in the process of installing electrical conduct for solar panels when he fell approximately 20 feet. The worker was wearing a harness which was tied off to a life line; however, the life line was detached from the anchorage point. It could not be determined how the life line was detached from the anchorage point. Two ECB Violations, two DOB Violations, and a full Stop Work Order were issued. A partial Vacate Order was issued for the entire cellar and attic.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was removing a safety deposit box door that fell on his foot. The worker went to a hospital with a co-worker.
The Site Safety Manager and a DOB inspector reported that a worker was performing forming operations in the second sub cellar when a re-shore post came loose and hit the worker in the forehead and right shoulder. The worker was taken to a hospital. No enforcement action was necessary, as there was no obvious cause as to why the re-shore came loose.
The Site Safety Manager and a DOB inspector reported that a forklift was being loaded with pallets of insulation when the pallets tipped over and struck a worker, injuring the worker’s leg. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that workers were moving mirrors that were stacked against a wall when the mirrors fell forward and hit a worker in the knee, causing a minor cut. An ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got dust in his right eye while
sweeping. The worker went to urgent care.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a yodock barricade with netting fell over and hit a pedestrian in the right leg. Wind caused the barricade to fall over. A DOB inspector had the General Contractor remove all of the fences from the barricades to prevent them from being tipped over by wind. It was determined that the barricades were no longer needed, since the sidewalk work was completed and the sidewalk shed was removed. Two ECB Violations and two DOB Violations were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that two workers were using an “A”-Frame to transport grating from the first floor to a hoist when material fell off of the “A”- Frame and struck the workers. One of the workers suffered a minor cut and the second worker suffered a laceration to the leg and left forearm that may have required stitches. The second worker was found in stable condition and was taken to a nearby hospital by ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was performing façade repair work on a forty-three story building when the worker carried a bucket of cement down a ladder, against direction. The worker slipped and fell approximately four feet off of the ladder and landed on his back. An amulance was called and the worker was taken to a nearby hospital.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker slipped and fell three floors off of scaffolding at the rear of the building. The worker was told to not move while an ambulance was called. The worker was taken to Elmhurst Hospital. Three ECB Violations and a Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that four workers were setting up storefront glass at the ground floor when a suction cup was overpressured and shattered the glass. A worker tried to get out of the way and twisted his ankle. The worker walked to urgent care. Two ECB Violations and two DOB Violations were issued.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that during underpinning work, a 2′ X 2′ piece of rubble foundation got loose and fell on a worker. The worker was injured and taken to a hospital in a private car by the foreman of the General Contractor. A DOB inspector reported that the contractors over excavated without having proper box pits installed. An ECB Violation and a full Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker on the 16th floor was performing duct work and was coming down a ladder when he mistepped and fell approximately 4′ off the ladder, suffering an injury to his left knee. The worker was taken to a nearby hospital by ambulance.
A worker fell from the rear yard staircase and landed at the cellar level. He was cut and was bleeding, no emergency personnel was called . He was taken to a near by hospital where he received medical attention. A SWO was issued for failure to safeguard, inadequated guardrails and poor housekeeping created a hazardous conditions to workers .
“Worker fell approx 12-15 feet to the basement area. Violation & stop work order
issued.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was unloading studs when he
cut his arm. An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was on a five foot high scaffold performing stripping form work at the foundation level when the worker lost his balance and fell off. The worker suffered minor injuries, but refused an ambulance and went to a hospital on his own. A DOB inspector observed that there was no Concrete Safety Manager on the job, when a Concrete Safety Manager was required. An ECB Violation and a full Stop Work Order were issued.
The General Contractor at the site reported that wind caused a permitted twenty- five foot free standing wooden fence to fall over and strike a pedestrian. The injured pedestrian was taken to the area hospital with unknown injuries. Two ECB Violations and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
“SSM reports laborer moving debris in dumpster, cut his pinky finger when a door in the dumpster slid and smashed it. Worker went to Cith MD for stiches
on his own.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that there was a forklift that was lifting buckets that swang around and hit a worker in the leg. An ambulance was called. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued. A Means
and Methods will be provided.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was taping the ceiling when he fell five feet off a ladder and landed on another worker. The worker who fell was not injured and stayed on the job, while the worker who he had fallen onto went to urgent care on his own.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his nose on a metal stud on the forty-second floor. The worker went to urgent care on his own.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a mechanical handgrab to move bricks on the roof when he slipped, fell backwards, and hit his head on the wall. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance in a conscious state and with no visible injuries. A DOB inspector determined that there was no enforcement action necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a mini container to remove debris when one of the container’s wheels became jammed. When the worker pushed the container again, it fell and injured the worker’s toe. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance. A DOB inspector reported that the container was overloaded and was loaded high over the rim. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell approximately five feet off of a ten foot tall “A”-Frame ladder and landed on his back. The worker complained of lower back pain and was taken to Kings County hospital by EMS.
The Site Safety Manager reported that there was a trench dug by the DEP for a water main at the job that site was covered with a half-steel plate and half non- OSHA planks. A worker was standing on the planks when the planks caved in, causing the worker to fall approximately five feet through the trench. The worker was found conscious and was taken to a hospital by ambulance. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a special inspector was climbing a ladder from the second floor to the third floor when he slipped and fell approximately ten feet. The special inspector suffered a severe head injury and was taken to Methodist Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The special inspector was not a registered design professional. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was installing edge stops for a concrete pour while wearing a hooked up safety harness. The worker unhooked his harness and fell six feet off of the deck, suffering an injury to his ankle. The worker was taken to a hospital for treatment. It was unable to be determined why the worker removed his harness, and the Construction Superintendent at the site stated that the worker was previously cautioned for performing a similar unsafe act. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a bricklayer was sitting on a barricade while waiting for the construction site to open when a garbage truck struck the barricade. One of the barricades at the site hit the bricklayer in the leg. The NYPD and an ambulance were called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that worker suffered a cut to his thigh while
grinding an L-Bracket. An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a forklift to move a small debris container when the container door swung open and hit the worker in the arm. The worker had forgotten to lock the container door. An ambulance was called. Tool box talks are to take place at the site every day prior to the start of work.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his hand while working on a
window.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker was coming down a ladder when he slipped and fell approximately five to six feet. The worker was found conscious and able to walk, and did not appear to have suffered a visible injury. However, an ambulance was called to take the worker to a hospital for a check up. A DOB inspector determined that no enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was climbing down from a scaffold when he lost his balance and fell eight stories to the sub-basement. An ambulance transported the worker to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead on arrival. A DOB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his right thigh while using a circular saw to cut a piece of wood. The circular saw had all its safeguards on. The worker was transported to a hospital to receive stitches. A DOB inspector determined that no enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was performing demolition work when he cut the back of his knee with a saw. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a concrete pump hose burst at the second floor sub-cellar and hit a worker, causing a minor injury to the worker’s rib cage. An ambulance was called and the worker was transported to Bellvue Hospital. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a partial Stop Work Order were issued. The General Contractor on the site will provide an inspection of all of the piping and fittings, as well as the manufacturer’s specifications on any equipment that was worn beyond the speciications. This inspection will be documented. A Professional Engineer’s design will be provided for all piping installations inside of the building, including attachments to the building.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker complained of back pain while lifting a piece of steel on a scaffold frame. The worker saw the onsite
medic and then went to City MD on his own.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that there were workers loading an “”A””-Frame dolly when the dolly fell over and landed on a worker’s leg. An ambulance was called. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a partial Stop Work Order were
issued.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his hand while loading
debris into a container. The worker was sent to a hospital by the Construction Superintendent.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell backwards while opening a
wooden crate. The worker was found conscious, but complaining of back pain. EMS was called.”
A worker got his hand pinned between a stone and a wall during a precast stone installation. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that during a sidewalk shed installation, a screw gun fell approximately fifteen feet into an excavation area and hit a worker in the head. The worker was wearing a hard hat when he was hit. The worker was taken to City MD, where he was then requested to be taken to a local hospital. An ECB Violaton was issued.
“SSM reports worker bent down to pick up a reshore and his hard hat fell off. The worker then bumped his head while attemtping to stand back up. The worker
went to urgent care.”
“40 linear feet of collapsed shed was do to wind, 5 non life threatening injuries.
Violation issued for failure to maintain.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his back while lifting a
wooden beam. The worker went to urgent care.”
Workers were carrying and loading steel C-Channel when one of the workers mishandled steel material and injured another worker’s finger tip. The injured worker was taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital for treatment. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to report the accident in a timely manner. A DOB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
“A welder had gotten metal stuck in his eye. The welder went to the hospital on his own. A DOB inspector determined that no enforcement action was
necessary.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was installing a baker’s scaffold with no outriggers in place when the worker climbed over the side of the scaffold and caused the scaffold to tip over. The worker fell approximately six feet and suffered minor injuries. The worker failed to use the ladder that was provided to him. An ECB Violation was issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was working on the interior of a sixty-eight story new building when he tripped and fell onto the right side of his body. An ambulance was called. The electrician was found to be in stable condition and fit to return to work.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was performing concrete stripping work with a crow bar when the crow bar slipped and hit the worker in the face. The worker was taken to a hospital for treatment.
A DOB inspector reported that a signal person was attempting to land a 27′ X 4′ concrete plank on the first floor of a twelve story new building when the plank came into contact with a half foot long steel cable, which cuased the plank to richochet off the cable and strike a worker, causing the worker to fall from the first floor to the basement. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance. Two ECB Violations and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell approximately six feet from a
ten foot ladder. The worker was found alert and conscious and was taken to a nearby hospital by a prvate vehicle.”
“A DOB inspector reported that a loose handrail fell onto a worker that was walking up a stairwell. An ambulance was called in. An ECB Violation was
issued.”
A DOB inspector reported that the homeowner was performing work on the staircase to the cellar when the staircase partially collapsed, causing the homeowner to fall into the cellar. The staircase was not properly secured. Two ECB Violations and a DOB Violation were issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cleaning up when he stepped on a screw that went through his boot and lacerated his foot. The
worker walked to a City MD for treatment.”
A DOB Inspector reported that a worker was installing a baker scaffold to install duct work when he lost his footing and fell approximately six feet, landing on a platform. The worker was transported to a local hospital and possibly suffered a broken leg. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was opening the band on a timber stack with a claw hammer when the load dislodged, fell onto his left leg, and knocked him to the ground. The worker was found conscious, but was complaining about pain in his right arm and a scratch to his left leg. The FDNY transported him to Elmhurst Hospital. A DOB inspector concluded that no enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker stepped on a piece of wood that moved and hit an extension ladder, causing the ladder to fall and hit the worker’s left leg. The worker suffered a laceration. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Coodinator reported that a worker was driving a powered pallet jack when he lost control of the device and ran over a co-worker’s foot. An ambulance was called and the worker was transported to Mount Sinai Hospital for treatment. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers installing cladding on the exterior of the building using a spider crane when a worker in a man lift accidentally grabbed a crane cable while it was traveling upwards, causing a cut to the worker’s finger. The worker was taken to the hospital. No enforcement action was necessary.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that at the form work make up area on the first floor, a six foot section of form work leaned to one sie and grazed a worker
on the head. An ambulance was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a taper on stilts tripped over loose
masonite and injured his leg. An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker was on a man lift on the eleventh floor when the linkage slipped and the lift dropped abruptly. The worker hit his rib cage on the side rail. The worker was tied off and did not fall out of the man lift. An ambulance was called. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was doing framing work when he hurt his back. The worker went to urgent care on his own.
The Site Safety Manager reported that while block work was being performed on the fourteenth floor roof level, a worker on the fouth floor claimed that he was hit in the head by a 4″ X 5″ piece of block work that fell from the roof. The worker was wearing a hard hat and was conscious and walking. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector issued an ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a partial Stop Work Order. Means and methods will be provided to ensure safety measures going forward.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a group of workers were installing rebars in place when one of the workers lost control of a rebar and got hit in the head with it. The worker was wearing his hard hat. The worker was taken to the emergency room. The worker was suffering from a headache, but did not receive any other injuries.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was lowering down electrical cable when he lost his grip and hurt his shoulder. The worker went to
the hospital on his own for a check up.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was performing waterproofing work on the first floor level when he stepped on a piece of pipe, slipped, and hurt his back. The worker chose to go to the hospital by ambulance.
A DOB inspector reported that a 4 X 8 piece of plywood fell approximately ten feet and hit a worker. The worker suffered a laceration to their forehead and was removed from the site by the FDNY. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a full Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving an “A”-Frame dolly with tiles on it when the dolly tipped over and hit the worker’s knee. The worker suffered a minor knee injury and went to the hospital by ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker was bending down to pick up a drill bit when he accidentally knelt down on an insulation nail and punctured
his knee. An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was removing a suspended scaffold at the tenth floor setback when he slipped on an empty paint can. When the worker slipped, he reached out to grab the scaffold rail to break his fall, which caused the worker to dislocate his shoulder. The worker was found conscious and alert and was taken to the nearest hospital. Two ECB Violations and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was removing a scaffold from the roof when he fell approximately twelve feet and landed on the adjacent property’s roof. The worker was found conscious and speaking and was taken to Winthrop Hospital. Two ECB Violations and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker jumped off the back of a utility
track, landed on the curb, and twisted his ankle. A co-worker took the injured worker to an area hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut their finger at the rear of a
Bobcat. The cut was not a serious and the worker walked to an area hospital on his own.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped and hurt his ribs. An
ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber was drilling holes for pipes while wearing safety glasses when a piece of material got past the glasses and irritated the plumber’s eye. The plumber left the site to see a doctor.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a grinder when his gloves got caught in the grinder and one of the worker’s fingers was lacerated by the grinder’s blade. The grinder’s safety guard was on. An EMT was onsite to assist the worker.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving a pallet jack when he lost control and got his leg pinned between the jack and the sidewalk shed. The worker was able to bend his leg. EMS was called.
A DOB inspector reported there were two trucks at the construction site: one truck that was unloading rebar, and a second truck exiting the site. The truck that was exiting the site got its bumper caught on the yodock and pushed the yodock into a worker that was unloading the rebar truck. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was doing demolition work on the roof when the worker slipped and fell approximately five feet, suffering a minor scratch to his forehead. The worker was wearing his personal protective equipment and did not land on the floor. The worker went to the hospital as a precaution. Tool box talks were given at the site in the morning before the start of the demolition work and the worker signed the meeting log. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped off of a ladder and grabbed steel studs, which caused a cut to his bicep. The worker was found conscious and alert and an ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell from the back of his truck, hit a barricade, and injured his back. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was operating a rebar machine when he was hit in the hip by a rebar. The worker was taken to Jamaica Hospital, where it was determined that the worker was fine.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker pulled his back while manually
moving materials. The worker was seen be the site medic and was transported to a hospital by ambulance.”
A DOB inspector reported that a rigging material from a scaffold fell fourteen stories from the roof area and hit a worker who was on the second floor in the head. The worker was wearing a hard hat, but the material went through the hard hat. The worker succumbed to his injuries. A DOB Violation and a full Stop Work Order were issued.
A DOB inspector reported that there was a 12 X 24 piece of plywood that was left over from a stripping operation and was left on the perimeter (behind the netting) of the seventeenth floor. When a worker attempted to retrieve it, the piece of plywood fell and grazed the shoulder of a worker who was on the ground level. The worker went to a City MD for treatment. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker twisted her knee while walking down a flight of permanent stairs. The worker was taken to a clinic.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving a debris mini- contrainer down a hoist rap when he lost control of the container and got his hand pinned between the container and a gate at the bottom of the ramp. The worker suffered a possibly broken wrist and was taken to a hospital by an ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker ruptured his hernia while lifting up a bag of cement mix. The worker was taken to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was painting a section of standpipe that was not yet connected when a section of standpipe that was set in a standing position fell, hitting the worker in the head. The section of pipe fell due to wind. The worker had a bump on his head and was sent to a hospital.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was moving rebar with an excavator when the rebar shifted and struck the worker in the leg, causing a laceration. An ambulance was called and took the worker to a nearby hospital. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a full Stop Work Order were issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a taper was doing compound plaster work when he tripped on a piece of plastic connected to a cardboard box with a new appliance in it. The worker hurt his shoulder. The worker was not on stilts.
An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber was tightening a rope with a pipe wrench when he felt a pop in his shoulder. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was walking to a sprinkler shanty in the cellar when he walked into a piece of sprinkler pipe that was next to the shanty and cut his leg. The worker suffered a minor injury. An ambulance was called and the worker was able to walk to the ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker sliced his left middle finger while using a skill saw. An onsite medic administered first aid to the worker. The worker required stitches and was sent to urgent care.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was unloading material from a truck when he lost his balance, fell, and hit his head on the sidewalk. The worker was taken to the hospital, and was reported to be stable.
OEM reported that debris fell from the sidewalk shed and struck a civilian. The civilian was taken to a hospital for treatment. A DOB inspector reported that all loose sections of the sidewalk shed parapet were removed by the FDNY. An ECB Violation and a DOB Violation were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his finger on the sharp edge of a hoist door. The worker was sent to a walk-in clinic.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a flagger went into the street while
stopping traffic and got clipped and knocked to the ground by a car that was passing by. The flagger was taken to a hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was operating a lift by remote control when it accidentally ran over his own foot. The worker suffered a minor
injury and an ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was doing pilings when the cord snapped and hit the worker in his right leg, causing a bruise. The worker went to urgent care. The Site Safety Manager reported this incident the day after the incident occurred. Two ECB Violations were issued.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a concrete worker was putting one trowel into another when he jammed and broke two of his fingers. The worker went to the emergency room with his super. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker was walking up the scaffold stairs at the sixth floor when his foot got caught at the top of the stairs, causing the worker to fall down and hurt his ankle. An ambulance was called. A The scaffold stairs were hand-railed. No one witnessed how the worker fell.
The New York City Police Department reported that an exterminator fell into a six foot deep excavation in the basement. A DOB inspector reported that the worker suffered minor injuries and was taken to Bellevue Hospital and that there was unpermitted excavation work being performed in the basement. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard and work without a permit. A full Stop Work Order was issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cleaning a platform from a multipoint scaffold when he slipped and fell five feet onto the ground, hitting his right elbow. An ambulance was on site. Four ECB Violations and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got his hand stuck between a steel plate and a frame and got two of his fingers crushed. The worker was sent to
Bellevue Hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was loading garbage into a truck when he slipped on snow and hurt his arm. The worker walked to urgent care.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker was unloading glass from a crate when a piece of glass fell and injured his leg. The worker was taken to a hospital. The extent of the worker’s injuries was not known.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker on the twenty fourth floor slipped on a patch of ice and hurt his shoulder. An ambulance was called to the site. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that diamond plates on the outside of a hoist had water and ice on them, which caused the worker to slip. An ECB Violation and a DOB Violation were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped on a second floor concrete deck, landed on his back, and hurt his shoulder. The worker slipped because of snow. The worker walked to a City MD. A DOB inspector visited the site and confirmed that the deck was covered with snow, which caused the worker to fall. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was handing down a screw-jack to another worker when the screw-jack slipped out of his hands and hit the other worker. The worker suffered a minor injury and went to a hospital by ambulance for a check up. A DOB inspector issued an ECB Violation, a DOB Violaton, and a partial Stop Work Order.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped on ice. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector reported that the worker slipped on ice that was located in an area that was closed off and where there was no work in progress. No enforcement action necessary.
“The Side Safety Manager reported that a worker was installing sheet rock when he cut his left hand on a metal duct. The worker went to urgent care with another
worker.”
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that an electrician was pulling cables in a box when he pulled his hand back and cut it on a piece of Chicago Bar. The incident occurred on 1/10/2018, but was not reported until 1/11/2018. The worker went to a doctor on his own.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker attempted to move an “A”-Frame cart that was loaded with about twenty flat stock metal sheets when the metal sheets fell onto his leg. The worker may have possibly suffered a broken leg. An EMT was on site. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued. The General Contractor at the site is to provide a Means and Methods for safe operations.
The Site Safety Manager and a DOB inspector reported that a carpenter was standing on an “A” Frame ladder to remove the door frame from an electrical closet on the 51st floor when a piece of plywood that was behind the door frame came loose and hit him in the shoulder, causing him to fall off of the ladder. The worker complained of back pain and was transported to a hospital by ambulance. A DOB inspector reported that there were no unsafe or hazardous conditions at the working area. No enforcement action was necessary.
“A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using an “”A””-
Frame cart to move scaffolding elements when he twisted his wrist while pulling the cart. The worker did not want to go in an ambulance and went to see a doctor on his own. There were no unsafe of hazardous conditions at the work area. No enforcement action was necessary.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped over a board that was on the floor and twisted his right ankle. An ambulance was called to the site and took the
worker to a hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a pedestrian stepped on a piece of plywood under the upper sidewalk and slipped, injuring his right ankle. The pedestrian went to see a doctor on his own. An ECB Violation was issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a carpenter was hitting a nail when the nail popped out and hit the worker in the face. The worker has no visible cut or injuries. An ambulance transported the worker to a hospital for a check up.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pumping concrete into a wheelbarrow when the concrete pump shifted and snagged his finger between the pump clamp and the concrete cleaning basin, causing a large cut. The worker was taken to a hospital. A DOB inspector reported that according to the inspection of the logs, the injured worker did not attend the concrete pre- pump meeting and did not know why he was part of the operations. An Aggravated 2 ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager repoted that a worker was performing waterproofing work inside of a high concrete tank. When the worker was using a chemical sealant to waterproof the inside of the tank, he became overwhelmed by the fumes and passed out. The worker was taken to a hospital by an amulance. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker pulled his groin while lifting a pipe. The worker went to a
MedRite.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cutting a piece of aluminum with a saw when the aluminum got caught in the saw and pierced his hand. The worker took a cab to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was unloading a piece of pipe scaffold off of a truck when he lost control of the piece and the section fell onto his left leg. The worker was taken to a hospital by a friend.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a piece of plywood fell onto a worker’s hand during a stripping operation. There were two workers working one above the other, and the piece of plywood fell from above onto the worker below. An ambulance was called. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The General Contractor at the site is to provide a Means and Methods.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker was using a grinder to cut a piece of metal bar when the grinder kicked back and caused a cut to the worker’s thumb. The grinder had all of its safety guards in place. The worker went to an urgent care facility for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was unpacking windows from a crate and was using a 2 X 4 piece of wood as a lever to move the crate when the piece of wood snapped and hit him in the head, causing a scratch. An ambulance was called and the worker walked to the ambulance to go for a check up.
A DOB inspector reported that a vehicle struck a manlift with two workers in it that was parked in an occupied lane. The yodocks were not filled with water and a flagger was not present. The manlift was not damaged, but one of the workers complained of leg pain, and the other worker was shook up by the incident. Both of the workers were sent to a hospital for a check up. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was unhooking the chain from an excavator that was lifting oxygen tanks when his gloves got stuck between the chain and the excavator’s hook, pinching the worker’s finger. The worker was taken to a hospital by a co- worker. Two ECB Violations and a full Stop Work Order were issued. The contractor at the site was directed by a DOB inspector to provide a Means and Methods to perform lifting operations.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a flagger was almost struck by a vehicle in the middle of the street and that he twisted his right ankle while moving out of the way. The flagger went to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving a wooden plank while taking down a single frame scaffold when he twisted his knee and complained of pain. The worker went to see a doctor on his own.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker twisted her ankle while pushing a mini-dumpster. An ambulance was called and took the worker to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was setting up a mobile crane when his finger got pinched between the hook of the crane and a road barrier, causing the finger to detach. A co-worker took him to a hospital. Five ECB Violations and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped and hurt his back at the job site. An ambulance was called and took the worker to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his
hand while taping and spackling on the ninteenth floor. The worker went to urgent care.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was pushing an “A”-Frame cart that was loaded with stone when the cart overturned, causing stone to fall onto the worker’s foot and possibly breaking the foot. An EMT was on site. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work order were issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods and a Tool Box Talk.
“The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker cut his finger while cutting a piece of rebar. EMS was called. The worker was found conscious and was taken
to an area hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was doing form work with while he had his peligan hook attached to himself. When the worker was climbing down a ladder, the peligan hook fell and hit his right ear. The worker went to a City MD. An ambulance was not called. This incident was the result of a worker error.
A DOB inspecor reported that an elevator foreman was working on a platform for installing an elevator inside the elevator shaft at the sixth floor when the platform started drifting upwards uncontrollably and would not stop. The worker tried to jump to the machine room on the other platform at the ninth floor, but he fell backwards down the shaft to the cellar floor, where he succumbed to his injuries. The elevator foreman did not have a safety harness on and was not tied to anything. There were no safety lines found at the site. A DOB Violation and a full Stop Work Order were issued.
The New York City Police Department reported that a worker was standing on a window sill of a sixth floor apartment when he fell from the sixth floor to the ground. The worker was transported to North Shore University Hospital, but was found dead on arrival by the NYPD. A DOB inspector inspected the site and reported that there was work present that consisted of a gut renovation to the bathroom, the installation of new electrical wiring and box, and the installation of new sheetrock, without a permit. Two ECB Violations, two DOB Violations, and a Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got concrete in his eyes during a concrete pour operation. The worker went to a hospital and returned to work.
The Construction Superintendent reported that an electrician was working on a live splice box when he was shocked and got two of his fingers burned. The worker went to a hospital. This incident took place on January 24, 2018, but the Department Of Buildings was not notified until January 29, 2018. An ECB Violation was issued for electrical work being performed without a permit. A DOB Violation was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reports that a flagger was directing traffic when he was side-swiped by a vehicle. The driver did not want to listen to the flagger. The flagger was okay, but was taken to a hospital by an ambulance for a checkup.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cutting rebar when he slipped and cut his finger. The worker drove himself to a first med for precaution.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was climbing up an “A”-Frame ladder from the first floor to the second floor when a rung on the ladder snapped, causing the worker to fall ten feet and land on his back. The worker was found conscious and was taken to the hospital by EMT personnel. An ECB Violation and a full Stop Work Order were issued. The site will received a full audit due to site conditions.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker at a concrete truck had a miscommunication with the driver and the shoot came down and hit the worker on the hand. The worker suffered a minor injury and an ambulance was called.
A DOB inspector reported that during a demolition operation on the first floor of the HVAC conduits and utilities lines, a construction worker was cleaning demolition debris on the first floor when a pipe section fell approximately four feet and hit the worker in the head. The pipe section fell because another worker cut a strap pipe that was holding the pipe section. The worker who was hit by the pipe section initially refused medical attention, but wasn’t feeling well after a few hours and called EMS. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance. A Construction Superintendent was not required at the site. An ECB Violation and a full Stop Work Order were issued. The General Contractor must provide a Means and Methods for the demolition of the remaining HVAC conduits.
A DOB inspector reported that an electrician was in the process of erecting a shanty while climbing an eight foot ladder when he missed a rung of the ladder and fell three feet. The worker was taken to Bellevue Hospital. A DOB inspector visited the site and reported that no enforcement action was deemed necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that workers were receiving a load of concrete masonry unit (CMU) brick on the third floor when the third floor C-Joists towads the rear of a new extension partially collapse due to excessive weight and because the C-Joists were not properly secured to the CMU wals. The collapse also caused the second and first floors to collapse into the cellar. One worker sustained minor injuries and was taken to Brooklyn Presbyterian Hospital. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation and a full Stop Work Order were issued for a failure to safeguard. A sidewalk shed has been requested to be immediately installed at exposure four. DOB will remain on site until the sidewalk shed is installed. The site will be referring to DOB’s Interior Demolition Engineering Unit for audit and approval of all temprary shoring.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell through the interior opening for a tower crane installation from the ninth floor to the eighth floor. The worker was taken to a hospital, where he was eventually released with no injuries. The worker did attend a safety orientation meeting at the start of his shift. A DOB inspector visited the site and reported that there was proper signage and a proper guardrail system present at the perimeter of the slab opening, but that the worker disregarded all safety measures provided to prevent falling hazards. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a grinder to cut an angle when the grinder jumped and cut his right leg above the knee. The cut was a minor cut. The worker walked to Beth Israel Hospital on his own.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped
on the curb for the machine room and hurt his arm. An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pushing a debris cart when one of the wheels of the cart broke off and clipped the worker’s foot. The worker went to the emergency room. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a team of two workers was installing form work at the second floor for a third floor column. One worker was positioned below the second worker, holding him in place while he was installing a clamp. While securing the clamp, the clamp fell and hit the below worker in the face. The worker was taken to a hospital, where it was reported that the worker suffered a scratch, but not a concussion. The worker was held overnight for observation. No enforcement action was deemed necessary, as this injury occurred due to a worker error.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was on a ladder when he tripped on the fourth step, lost his balance, and fell on his rear. The worker walked to a City
MD for a check up.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his finger while unloading pipes from a delivery truck. The worker went to a City MD on his own.
“The Construction Superintendent reported that a third party inspector missed the last step on his way down a permanent flight of stairs and hurt his foot. An
ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped on ice melt pellets that were on the ground floor of the job site in an area where ice melt had been put down to melt ice. The worker hurt his wrist and his hip. The worker went to see the onsite medic before going to see an offsite medic on his own.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a grinder when the blade caught his glove and caused a cut to his hand. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his pinky finger while putting away his band-saw tool. The band-saw was unplugged. The worker went to a clinic. An ambulance was not called
“The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was installing pour stops when he slipped into the side of rebar and injured his shoulder. The worker left the site in
a cab.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a painter was carrying down supplies when he lost hs balance on the fourth step and fell, hurting his leg. An ambulance was called and the ambulance took the worker to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was removing debris when a four inch pipe that was about three feet long fell on his foot. The worker went to a
hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker complained about lower back pain while pulling a stud during carpentry work. The worker went to urgent care.
An ambulance was not called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was doing taping work while on an”A”-Frame ladder when he mis-stepped and fell two feet. The worker suffered a minor injury and an ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got his thumb pinched between a window and a rack during a delivery. The worker went to urgent care on his own.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his
back while lifting a reel of wire into a box. An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was putting away his tools at the end of the day when he opened a sliding glass door on the eighth floor. The glass door came off of its track and hit the worker. The incident took place on 2/5/2018, but was not reported until 2/6/2018. An ambulance was not called, but the worker said that he was going to see a doctor to be checked out. An ECB Violation and a DOB Violation were issued. A partial Stop Work Order on the use and installation of all balcony sliding doors was issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Manufacturer’s Specification on all door tracks and the reason for the door falling off its track.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was trying to reach for something on the platform of a baker scaffold when he moved the baker scaffold, causing it to strike the left shoulder of another worker. Both workers were on the floor and not using the scaffold. The injured worker was sent to a Med-Rite Clinic for a check up. The injured worker did not suffer a major injury. An ECB Violation was issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician from Local 3 slipped in an isolated area by a Con-Edison box. The worker went to Staten Island Hospital on his
own for a check up.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped, fell, and cut his hand. EMS was called. The worker was conscious and was taken to an area hospital.
“A worker tripped on a small piece of pipe in the mechanical room and cut his pinky finger. The worker
went ot a hospital by ambulance.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was hit in the head with a piece of timber that was dropped by another worker during a stripping operation. The worker who was hit by the piece of timber complained of a stiff neck and was sent to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued, as well as a partial Stop Work Order on all concrete work. A Means and Methods must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving an “A”-Frame dolly that was loaded with twenty sheets of 4 X 8 diamond plates when the dolly tipped and hit her ankle. The injured worker went to an emergency room that was across the street from the site. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cutting the remainder of wood piles that were approximately four feet. While cutting one of the piles, the pile fell forward and hit him in the head. The worker went to a hospital by ambulance. This incident occurred on 2/6/2018, but was not reported until 2/8/2018. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident, as well as a partial Stop Work Order for the cutting of all wood piles. A Means and Methods for safe cutting operations with a tool box talk will be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that during a drilling operation for tie backs, a carpenter that was assisting the drill operator stepped onto an equipment insert and the clamp closed down on his left foot. The worker was taken to a hospital by emergency personnel. Two ECB Violations, including an Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation, were issued, as well as a full Stop Work Order. The contractor has been directed to provide the manufacturer’s specifications for the drilling equipment, as well as the required training for the personnel operation the equipment.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was opening a crate of window frames when a 5′ X 5′ tube pipe rolled out and onto his foot. The worker was seen walking around, but an ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker lacerated his hand with a utility knife during a stripping operation when the utility knife slipped. The worker went
to a hospital on his own.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was performing stripping work on the eleventh floor when he pulled down a piece of plywood and the aluminum leg of the formwork hit the worker in the face and split his lip. An ambulance was called. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to provide safety measures. A DOB Violation was also issued. A Tool Box Talk will be issued before the start of stripping operations.
“The Site Safety reported that a worker hurt his foot while using a chipping gun. The worker took a cab to urgent
care.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was dismantling a scaffold when the plank he was standing on broke and fell six feet. The worker went to a hospital by ambulance. An ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard all persons and property affected by construction operations was issued.
“The Site Safety Manger reported that a vehicle struck the flagman in the street. The Police Department responded to the incident. The worker wss taken to Jamaica
Hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was pulling his cart from the hoist when the handle on the cart became loose and the worker fell backwards to the floor, hurting his back. An ambulance was called.
The Super reported that a mason was using a grinder for brick cutting when the grinder kicked back and the grinder’s butt end (not the blade) hit the mason in the face. The mason suffered a bruise to his face and felt a little dizzy. An ambulance was called.
The Fire Department reported that a worker was hit in the head with a piece of rebar. Four ECB Violations and four DOB Violations were issued. A partial Stop Work Order was also issued. A Means and Methods and a Tool Box Talk must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his knee while walking by rebar. The worker was taken to an area medical facility by a co-worker.
The Site Safety Manager reported that during a stripping operation, a worker fell down from the sixth floor and landed on top of the sidewalk shed. The worker was found unconscious, but breathing. The worker was connected to the stripping form. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance. An ECB Violation and a full Stop Work Order were issued. Three additional ECB Violations/OATH Summonses and three partial Stop Work Orders were issued by the Concrete Enforcement Unit.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was working in a man lift when he moved his body and twisted his knee. An ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker pinched his finger while moving a steel beam on an “A”-Frame.
The worker went to urgent care.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his left hand on metal studs. The worker was taken to an area hospital and received several stitches.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker entered the site from the outside of the mall area by the dirt parking area side, fell in ice that was mixed with dirt, and hurt his ankle. The worker went to urgent care.
The General Contractor reported that two workers were injured while grouting when a pump hose got clogged with grout and blew into the worker’s faces. The workers tried to un-clog the pump while it was in use. The two workers were taken to a hospital for treatment. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using the scaffold’s stairs to bring rebars onto a floor when a rebar got caught on the stairs and pulled the same worker down. The worker was experiencing aches in his body and went to a clinic the next day. This incident took place on February 13, 2018, but was not reported until February 14, 2018. The building was a five story building with no permanent stairs. An ECB Violation and a full Stop Worker Order were issued for inadequate ingress/egress, an adequate supported scaffold, and the lack of internal stairs.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his arm with a saw while cutting wood. The worker was
taken to a hospital by ambulance.”
A DOB inspector reported that contractors were attempting to remove a tempered glass panel when the panel shattered. A small piece of glass fell to the street level while the remainder of the shattered panel was on the terrace. A woman was injured and taken to a hospital by ambulance. The women’s injury was minor and not life threatening. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a partial Stop Work Order were issued for a failure to safeguard all persons and property during construction operations.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was climbing off of a scaffold when he slipped and fell approximately two feet, injuring his shoulder. An
ambulance was called.”
A DOB inspector reported that a painter was on a scissor lift painting the area next to a roll down door sensor when he activated the door, which caused another worker to get hit by the door. The worker had the wind knocked out of him and was sent to a hospital. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued for the failure to maintain safe operations. The General Contractor at the site is to provide a Means and Methods.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a concrete worker was carrying a Doka form that was about 2 X 9 feet and 100 pounds when he slipped and fell. The worker complained of back pain. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that no enforcement action was necessary, as the injury occurred as the result of a worker error.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was lifting a piece of rebar when he claimed to have hurt his back. The worker walked up to an ambulance and the ambulance took him to a hospital.
A DOB inspector reported that an inspector from Cole NY was performing an inspection of the building for façade local law. While inspecting the building, the inspector stepped out onto the fire escape on the seventh floor, and a step of the fire escape became dislodged and fell to the ground, striking two pedestrians. One of the pedestrians suffered a life threatening injury, and the second pedestrian was in serious condition. The inspector fell slightly through an opening, but not all the way down. EMS was called. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and an Immediate Emergency Declaration were issued.
A DOB inspector reported that were four workers unloading bundles of rebar that were approximately forty five feet from a flatbed truck when one of the workers lost control of the bundle and the bundle fell on the leg of another worker. There was no equipment used during the unloading. The injured worker suffered a broken right leg and was taken to a hospital. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued for a failure to maintain the safe operations and to stop all material handling, including deliveries. The General Contractor is to provide a safe Means and Methods, including equipment and Tool Box talks.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker dislocated his left shoulder when he lifted a bag of concrete onto it. The worker was taken to Mount Sinai
Hospital by ambulance.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was walking close to a Bobcat while an I-Beam was on the forks attached to the Bobcat when the I-Beam moved and the worker’s hand got caught between the I-Beam and the Bobcat track. The worker suffered a fractured hand and was taken to an area hospital. The worker operating the Bobcat was not trained by the employer, which created this situation that resulted in an injury to another work. This incident occurred on 2/19/2018, but the Site Safety Manager was not informed of the incident until 2/20/2018. Four ECB Violations and a partial stop Work order were issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker rolled his ankle while moving material. The worker was taken to
Brooklyn Hospital by EMS.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his finger while using a grinder. The worker went to urgent
care.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell from the fourth step of an “A”-Frame ladder. The worker complained of back pain. An ambulance was called.
“A DOB inspector reported that a worker was pulling on one of the clips of a outrigger scaffold in order to install it properly. The worker pulled the clip hard, which caused the worker to slide down the plank and twist his ankle.
The worker went to the emergency room across the street and then went home. The formwork and outriggers were all built as per design. No enforcement was action necessary, as it was determined that the injury occurred as the result of a worker error.”
The Site Safety Manager has reported that a worker was climbing down an “A”-Frame ladder when he slipped and fell about four feet. An ambulance took the worker to a hospital. The worker suffered a possible fractured elbow.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker twisted his right wrist while bending rebars. A co-worker took him
to a clinic.”
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker tripped on tape on a scaffold platform, which caused him to fall and twist his knee. The worker was taken to urgent care. An ECB Violation was issued to the General Contractor at the site for a failure to safeguard all persons and property.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a rebar installer
slipped on a rebar floor and twisted his ankle. An ambulance was on site.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was loading sheetrock onto an “A”-Frame when one of the boards slid and landed on his right foot. The worker was
sent to urgent care.”
The Police Department reported that two workers were making a delivery to the roof area of the structure when one of the workers fell approximately eight to ten feet through an opening in the roof that was covered with a tarp. The worker fell to the third floor. The worker suffered injuries to his back and neck and was transported to Bellevue Hospital with head and neck injuries. A full Stop Work Order had been issued to the building on 4/22/2015 and a Vacate Order was issued on 12/22/2017. Two ECB Violations, and two DOB Violations were issued for the unlawful continuation of work while on the notice of a Stop Work Order and for a failure to safeguard.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker walked into a pile of plywood and then felt discomfort in his upper torso and chest. An ambulance was called and the worker was transported to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his finger while handling rebar. The worker was seen by the on-site medic and was sent to City M.D./urgent care.
A DOB inspector reported that workers at apartment number B42 were lowering a piece of plywood that was approximately 2′ X 5′ from the fourth floor fire escape to the ground using a heavy thick rope in front of the building. According to the Project Manager at the site and a bystander, the plywood slipped off of the rope and fell from the third floor level, striking a young girl on the side of her head before landing on the ground. Marks from the fallen wood can still be seen on the ground where it landed. The injured young girl was transferred to New York Presbyterian Hospital of Queens with injuries to the side of her head. Three Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violations were issued for a failure to safeguard, for work not conforming to plans, and for working without a permit. 3 DOB Violations,and a full Stop Work Order were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that workers were using a lull to unload window panels off of a truck. While the lull was being taken into the building, one of the panels slid off of the lull and hit a worker’s ankle. An ambulance took the worker to a hospital. An ECB Violation for a failure to maintain safe operations and a partial Stop Work Order were issued or all deliveries and material handling. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods.
“The Site Safety Manage reported that a worker was working in a building when a couple of pieces of sheetrock fell over and onto his leg. An ambulance was
called to the site.”
A DOB inspector reported that a tower crane was engaged with loading a four foot piece of scaffolding material on top of a trailer within the job site. After the load was lowered into place, a worker began unhooking the rigging gear so that the crane could proceed with the next lift. The gear was detached from the load and the crane hoisted up to clear the trailer and the loaded scaffolding when, ubeknownst to the worker, the rigging gear snagged the corner of the load that had just landed, which caused the load to flip over the side of the trailer and bring the worker down, injuring him in the process. The worker was found bleeding, but conscious, and was taken to a hospital by ambulance. The injuries that the worker sustained are suspected to be non-life threatening. Three ECB Violations and a partial Stop Work Order were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got dust in his eye. The worker went to a hospital for treatment.
A DOB inspector reported that heavy gauge 2 X 10 ceiling joists were delivered and placed on top of the Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU) exterior walls of the sixth floor when a worker removed a band that held the ceiling joists together, which lead to the joists collapsing and knocking the worker off of the scaffold to the ground. The joists landed on top of the worker as well. The worker was found dead on arrival. A DOB Violation and a full Stop Work Order were issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a panel of plywood that was about 8′ X 4′ fell from the parapet of a sidewalk shed and struck two pedestrians. One of the pedestrians suffered an injury in the shoulder area. The injured pedestrian was seen by the on-site medic, but denied further medical attention and left the scene. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard public and property affected by construction operations. A second ECB Violation was also issued for a failure to maintain an inspection log for the sidewalk shed. A partial Stop Work Order was also issued.The sidewalk shed company was sent to the site for repair work.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pushing a mini container when the gate on the bottom of a ramp swung and lacerated his right hand. The on-site medic put a band aid on the cut. An ambulance took the worker to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a lade and cut his finger. The worker was patched up on-site, but then went to City M.D. where he received
two to three stitches.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that workers were carrying steel plates when one of the plates slipped and pinched one of the worker’s left middle finger. The worker was transported to a hospital by ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped and fell while carrying framing. EMS was called and the worker was transported to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker dropped a piece of plywood on his foot. The worker left the site in
an ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his back while picking up a cement bag. An ambulance was called and the worker was transported to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that there were two workers that were doing sheetrock work together when one of the workers lost his grip on a piece of sheetrock that landed on the other worker’s finger, causing a cut. The second worker left the site and went to City M.D. to get stitches on his finger. This incident occurred on 3/5/2018, but was not reported to the Site Safety Manager or Construction Superintendent until 3/8/2018.
A DOB inspector reported that a 16′ X 8′ size gate swung out and hit a pedestrian that was walking by. The pedestrian was a student that was approximately seven years old. The student was evaluated by a nurse.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was lifting a 2 X 3 X 10 wooden beam in the elevator pit when he hit himself in the face with the wooden beam. The worker went to urgent care and then went to a hospital. This incident occurred as a result of a worker error.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a pedestrian in a wheelchair fell over in a walkway due to a tripping hazard around a Con-Ed sewer cap. The pedestrian went to a hospital by ambulance. A DOB inspector responded to the incident, visited the site, and issued an ECB Violation. The tripping hazard was corrected as of the time that the inspector was at the site.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped,
fell, and hurt his arm. The worker was taken to a hospital for a check up.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was running a wire when he tripped on a piece of plywood and skinned his right shin. The electrician went to a City
M.D. for assistance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a piece of plywood slid and hit a worker on the left knee while the worker was stocking plywood on the floor. The worker
went to a clinic.”
A DOB inspector reported that there were two electricians working on a scissor lift at the basement level when a temporary light fixture was accidentally bumped and dislodged, causing it to fall approximately five feet and strike a worker that was passing by on the head and back. The electricians were working without a controlled access zone below. The worker was found alert, but complained of head pain and went to urgent care. An ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard was issued, as well as a partial Stop Work Order for the installation of electrical lighting work. A Means and Methods must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slid and hit his left knee as he was taking the stairs to his trailer. The worker was taken to a hospital for a check up.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was carrying a few formwork clamps that weight approximately 10-15 pounds and are about 18 feet long in length up the third floor steps when one of the clamps fell from his grip and hit the wrist of a mason that was working in the basement, possibly breaking the mason’s wrist. An ambulance was called. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were issued for the unsafe handling of materials. A DOB Violation was also issued. A Means and Methods will be provided for the safe handling of form work materials.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker as carrying equipment when he slipped and fell. The worker hit the back of his head and blacked out. The worker was sent to Mount Sinai Hospital. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and reported that the worker slid on what look like an ice patch on the floor, even through there was ice melt spread throughout the are. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safe operations.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker was attempting to move a steel beam onto a dolly on his own when the beam slid and hit his left knee. 911 was called and the worker was taken to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reports that a worker pinched his finger while cutting a Formica board with a circular saw. The worker went to the emergency room on his
own.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an ironworker hurt his right index finger while prying a cross brace. The worker was transported to Bellevue Hospital by
ambulance.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was lifting up a four foot section of form work when the worker mishandled the form work, causing the form work to fall on his knee. An ambulance was called. It was determined that the incident happened as a result of a worker error and that no enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was handling a roll of felt paper when he slipped backwards and suffered a laceration to the left side of his forehead. The worker did not want an ambulance to be called and went to a City M.D. instead.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker’s finger got caught between two beams while he was pushing forwards beams on a truck. The worker was sent to
Bellevue Hospital.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was riding on the back of a fork lift during a placement of bundle windows in the storing garage. The bundle was 10’ X 5’ X 6’ and bounced up and down due to its size and weight. The driver of the forklift heard a sound and then saw that the worker who was riding on the back was on the floor. The worker was found dead. There were no witnesses to the incident, and the incident is currently under police investigation. The driver of the fork lift was found to be not certified to operate a fork lift. The driver was in a traumatized state and went to a hospital. A DOB Violation for a failure to safeguard and a Stop Work Order were issued. ECB Violations are being prepared to be served.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker lacerated his foot while driving a walk-behind saw to a container in order to park it. The worker was sent to a hospital. A an ECB Violation was issued, as well as a partial Stop Work Order on the use of the walk-behind saw. Manufacturer specifications must be provided.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker pinched his index finger while unloading a cart of steel. The worker went to a clinic to receive stitches for his
finger.”
A DOB inspector reported that workers were in the process of cleaning brick with an acid base solvent when some of the solvent fell into the eye of a female pedestrian. The pedestrian had her eye rinsed out and was treated on the site. The pedestrian did not go to the hospital. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation for the failure to safeguard all persons and property affected by construction operations was issued, as well as a DOB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order for façade work. It was recommended that the BEST Squad perform a follow up inspection for compliance and safety measures.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a piece of plywood fell from the first floor to the cellar due to the wind. The plywood landed on the cellar floor where it then fell onto a worker, hurting the worker’s shoulder. This incident occurred on March 16, 2018, but the Department Of Buildings was not notified until March 19, 2018, because the Construction Superintendent claimed that he called the office on 3/16/2018 after 4:00 PM and that no one answered the phone. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard for not securing materials during a weather advisory. A DOB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order for all form work were also issued. A Means and Methods for the securing of materials during a weather advisory must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that during excavation work, a worker was torching a hole in two steel “H” piles and was laying side by side in order to sling and rig the pile when the excavator that was being used moved, which caused the worker’s leg to become pinched between two piles. The Site Safety Manager stated that the worker was okay, as he suffered minor injuries to his leg, but he was sent to a hospital as a precaution. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order was issued to stop all movement and preperation of steel piles. The contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe movement of steel around the construction site.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker on the second floor was using a powered pallet jack to move bags of cement down a ramp when the powered pallet jack moved on its own and ran over the worker’s left foot. The worker went to Roosevelt Hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and issued an ECB Violation for a failue to maintain unsafe equipment. A DOB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order for all work using equipment to transport loads as tthe second floor north of Tower Boulevard were also issued. The powered pallet jack was found to have no inspection logs. An orientation and a Means and Methods must be provided. The BEST Squad must be contacted for a re-inspection.
The Site Safety Manager reported that at a twenty-two story new building under construction, a worker that was on stilts performing plastering work on the eightteenth floor fell backwards onto the floor. The worker hurt his back, suffered a twisted knee, and complained of head pain. An ambulance was called and the worker was transported to Bellevue Hospital. The worker was awake and alert.
A competent person at the construction site reported that a worker slipped on a supported scaffold and fell approximately six feet, along with a few planks. The worker’s foreman stated that the worker drove to see a doctor on his own. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and reported that the supported scaffold did not conform to code specifications, as the scaffold was not fully plaked, the planks were not tied down, and a guard rail system was missing from multiple locations. Two ECB Violations and a partial Stop Work Order for a supported scaffold were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a carpenter was working on an “A”-Frame ladder when he missed the fifth step of the ladder and fell. An ambulance came and took the worker to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped and jammed his finger. An ambulance took the worker to
a hospital.”
“The Site Super reported that a worker attempted to jump
over a fence and fell. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manage reported that a worker hurt his shoulder while installing a pipe scaffold. The worker went
to a City M.D. to get checked.”
A DOB inspector reported that contractors were in the process of lifting a section of steel casisson in order to set it on a drill reg when a worker had his hand pinched between the caisson and a steel hook. The worker was alert and awake and was taken to a nearby hospital by a taxi. The extent of the injury to the worker’s hand was not known as of the time of inspection. An ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard and an ECB Violation for there being no logs on site were issued, as well as a full Stop Work Order for the entire site. The contractor at the site was instructed to provide a Means and Methods for safe pile installaiton.
The Site Safety Manager reported that at an eleven story new building under construction, a worker was handling concrete out of a mixer when cement splashed into the worker’s right eye. The worker was alert and awake and was taken to Lincoln Hospital for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was working with temporary electrical wiritng on the second floor when a 480-volt wire touched an I-Beam, which caused an ARC flash. The worker suffered an injury to his eyes and was taken to a hospital. A DOB inspector determined that there was no enforcement acton necessary.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker slipped off of an “A”-Frame ladder while coming down from the ladder. The worker suffered a minor laceration to the head. The worker was found conscious and an ambulance was called.
TThe Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cleaning around a Con Edision vault when he lifted an unmarked piece of plywood that was covering the vault, tripped into a shaft, and fell approximately eight to nine feet. The worker suffered a cut to his ankle. The worker was alert and awake and was taken to Bellevue Hospital. An ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard was issued, as well as a DOB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order for all exterior work at the ground floor at exposure three. Protections around the vaults at the ground level must be provided. An updated Means and Methods and Tool Box Talk must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was climbing up the rebar cage to reach the electrical conduit when he slipped, fell two feet, and landed on his right ankle. The electrician was sent to a clinic.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cutting metal studs when he cut the top of his hand with a chop saw. The worker went to the emergency room with another worker. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving windows when he tripped, fell three steps, and hit the back of his neck on a cinderblock. The worker was alert and responsive and was taken to Bellevue Hospital.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was testing a refrigerant line when the line burst, causing discomfort to the worker’s ears. A co-worker drove the injured worker to a hospital.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was bringing a scaffold down when a gust of wind moved the platform out of the building. The worker stuck his hand out to prevent the impact against the building, but hurt his shoulder and back in the process. The worker was taken to a hospital where he was in stable condition. It was determined that no enforcement action was necessary, as the suspended scaffold was found to be in compliance with approed drawings, the current notification and installation letter from the engineer was onsite, and all logs were in order.
The Site Safety Manager reported that the building owner’s personal driver had his foot struck by a forklift. The injured person was taken to a hospital. A DOB inspector reported that only one flag person was used when moving the forklift and that the injured person walked into a controlled no access zone when he had his foot struck by the forklift. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A DOB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order were also issued. A Means and Methods and Tool Box Talks will be provided by the General Contractor at the site for safe delivery operations and for the proper amount of flaggers.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was pushing a mini container when she slipped and hit her knee. The worker was taken to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got his hand jammed between two stripping panels. A foreman
took the worker to a hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped with a grinder and cut his face. An ambulance
transported the worker to a hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that there was a worker on the second floor scaffold deck carrying a plank. The worker leaned on the plank, which caused the plank to fall and hit a worker that was on the first floor scaffold deck in the arm. The injured worker went to a City M.D. for an X-ray. An ECB Violation was issued for the storage of excess materials on a scaffold.
A competent person at the site reported that a worker that was coming into the site slipped on snow and injured his knee. The worker went to see his doctor for a check up. There was a snowstorm in progress as of the time of the incident.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers that were moving a wooden ramp that was about 4′ X 8′ X 20″. When the ramp was in a vertical position, one 2 X 4 fell onto the hand of one of the workers. The worker went to urgent care. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) were issued for all use of ramps. A Means and Methods and the design drawing must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that a flagger was signaling for deliveries for traffic on the street when a cab driver tried to maneuver around a corner and ran over the flagger’s foot. The flagger went to a hospital with a co-worker in an ambulance. The inspector determined that there was no enforcement action necessary, as the flagger was certified and a delivery Means and Methods was at the site.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped on plywood that had snow on it. The worker claimed to have hurt his wrist while trying to brace himself after slipping. The worker went to a doctor on his own. This incident occurred in the morning, but the worker waited until the afternoon to report the incident and go to a doctor. A DOB inspector visited the site and reported that there were no witnesses to the worker slipping and that there was no sign of snow or any tripping hazards in the area that the worker was working. A cause of the slip could not be determined. Because of this, no enforcement action was deemed necessary.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped
on a wet surface and fell on his hand. The worker went to a City M.D.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a security guard tripped and fell. The security guard was taken to a
hospital as a precaution.”
“The NYPD requested that an inspection please be performed because a construction fence fell at the site. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and reported that the job site fence at exposure one had collapsed onto the public sidewalk. There were two injuries reported; a mother and a daughter. The mother and daughter were both taken to an area hospital. All fencing and debris at the site has been removed and made safe against the wind. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a falure to safeguard. A DOB Violation and a full Stop Work Order were also issued.
This incident was reported under Incident Number 25737. Incident Number 25737 was deleted by accident, and Incident Number 25473 was created in its place.”
The Safety Director reported that a worker slipped and hit her tailbone while getting off of a scissor lift. An ambulance was called and transported the worker to a hospital. A DOB inspector visited the site and issued an ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order on all use of scissor lifts. The General Contractor is to provide training.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber was found dead on the fourth floor of a framed out empty room. There were no tools and no ladder found on the scene. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site, and reported that the worker suffered a possible heart attack and was revived with a faint pulse. No enforcement action was necessary.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hit himself in the face while stripping forms. The worker was
driven to a City M.D.”
A DOB inspector reported that, according to a worker that was at the site, the owner of the construction company at the site was on a pipe scaffold inspecting brick work that was done when he lost his balance and tried to grab a bike rack on the rear of the scaffold. The bike rack was not properly secured and gave way, causing the owner to fall eight feet from the pipe scaffold that was on top of the sidewalk shed deck. The owner was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries. There was some debris found on the sidewalk shed deck, and the pipe scaffold was not fully planked, did not have any railing, and did not have a life line. Two ECB Violations, two DOB Violations, and a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) were issued for the failure to safeguard all persons and property, for the supported scaffold on top of the shed not being maintained as per code, for work without permit being performed, and for brick exterior work that exceeded the area that does not require a permit.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a steamfitter cut his finger while putting coupling on a pipe. 911 was called and the worker was taken to a hospital by
ambulance.”
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was on a scissor lift and was trying to gain access into a plenum. The worker’s hand was on the handrail of the scissor lift and his hand got pinned between the handrail and the hanging door of the plenum. The worker’s hand was cut and the worker went to a hospital for a checkup.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using a hole saw that jammed. The Construction Superintendent unplugged the tool and straightened it out. When the hole saw was plugged back in, the saw swung around and pushed the Construction Superintendent down, causing him to fall approximately eleven feet. The Construction Superintendent was taken to a hospital in serious condition. The Construction Superintendent is now stable, but suffered a brain injury. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) were issued for a failure to safeguard during construction operations, as the Construction Superintendent fell in a location where there were no guardrails installed.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a hoist installer got the tip of his finger crushed while working on the hoist when the gate came down. The worker was taken
to the emergency room.”
“A DOB inspector reported that there were three workers working on the thirty seventh floor doing interior demolition work and removing debris. There was an approximate 27″” X 27″” opening in the floor that was not properly covered, as a door from the demolition work was used to cover the hole and the hole was not properly marked or secured. One of the workers picked up the door, unaware of the hole underneath it, and fell through the opening to the thirty sixth floor. The worker was sent to a hospital for a checkup. Follow up information regarding the injured worker is not currently available.
Two ECB Violations were issued for the failure to maintain safety measures and for inadequate housekeeping. A full Stop Work Order was also issued. The GC is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job, including the protection of empty shafts and floor openings.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped
on a curb and twisted his ankle while carrying a panel. An ambulance was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker stepped on a tie-wire that was used for rebar work and the tie- wire punctured his boot and foot. The worker went to see
a doctor on his own.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped while coming down from a ladder. The worker was taken
to a hospital by an ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was on a six foot ladder when he missed the second rung of the ladder while coming down from it and fell backwards and hit his head. The worker went to a hospital with his shop steward.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was stripping form work when a dust particle got between his safety glasses and irritated his eye. The worker went to a
nearby City M.D.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pumping grout to tie backs when the hose clogged. When the worker opened up the hose clamps to clean the hose, the worker got grout in his eyes. The worker did not realize that pressure had built up when he removed the hose clamps. The worker was taken to a City M.D. and was then transferred to an emergency room at Lincoln Hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was walking on the second floor when he stepped on a nail. The worker went to get a tetanus shot.
The Site Safety Manger reported that a worker twisted his knee while climbing down from a machine. The worker was driven to the emergency room.
The Project Manager at the site reported that a masonry worker was laying cinderblocks when he fell off a supported scaffold that was approximately three feet in height. The worker landed on his back and appeared to be in stable condition, but refused to talk to anyone until an ambulance arrived. The worker was taken to Jacobi Medical Center. A DOB Inspector responded and visited the site and determined that no enforcement action was necessary, as the supported scaffold was found to be structurally sound with a guard rail system in place.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pushing a mini-container through a wall opening when he pinched his pinky finger. The worker left the site to see a
doctor for treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cutting boxes with a box cutter when he cut his left
thumb. The worker walked to urgent care.”
“DOB’s Emergency Response Team was informed that a sidewalk shed was in the process of being dismantled when a partial collapse occurred at the corner of Court Street and Joralemon Street. Approximately twenty linear feet of the sidewalk shed collapsed. Two pedestrians and one worker suffered non-life threatening injuries and were sent to Lutheran Hospital. The remaining unaffected parts of the sidewalk shed were removed.
The Department Of Transportation replaced the cross walk light at the site. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard all persons and property affected by construction operations. A DOB Violation was also issued.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker accidentally ran a screw into his hand while screwing screws during duct work. The worker went to urgent care. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was drilling a core hole in a deck slab when the drill kicked back and the base of the drill hit him on the side of his face. The worker was alert. The worker went to a hospital by ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped while going down the stairs. There were no witnesses to the worker slipping, and the stairs were free of debris. An ambulance was called. The worker was okay, but walked to the ambulance when the ambulance arrived at the site and went to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker strained
his lower back while picking up a cement block. An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was passing an I-Beam down from a sidewalk shed when he lost his footing and fell about sixteen feet to the ground. The worker was wearing a harness that as not attached to anything. The worker was found awake and speaking and was taken to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard persons and property.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his finger when another worker closed a door on his hand by accident. A co-worker took the injured worker to a
hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker sprained his back while carrying steel form. The worker went to a hospital by ambulance for observation.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his shoulder when he picked up a bundle of threaded rods. The worker went to urgent care on his own.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was conducting a survey and was wearing proper footwear when he stepped onto a nail that punctured his foot. The worker went to urgent care for a tetanus shot.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was installing 3’ X 6” stone at the base of a building when his knee gave out, causing the worker to fall onto his knee. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a subcontractor was carrying a door from a truck when the door fell and leaned on the subcontractor’s right knee. The worker did not suffer a visible injury, but was in pain. An ambulance transported the worker to a hospital for a check up.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was performing demolition work on the roof of a building when he felt pain in his back while lifting a barrel. An
ambulance was called.”
The New York City Police Department reported that a worker was hit by a hoist. A worker was on the eighth floor securing a piece of wingwall when he stepped up onto a bucket to look over the gate while trying to securing plywood. The hoist was on the floor above the worker and the hoist came down at the same time that the worker was leaning over the gate. The worker was struck in the head and succumbed to his injuries. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for the unsafe or improper use of hoist equipment.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a carpenter foreman was securing a formwork panel for the shear wall and was repositioning his retractable device with both hooks in one anchor point when the insert gave way, causing the foreman to fall about ten feet backwards. The foreman was taken to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was climbing up a baker’s scaffold when he lost his grip on the second rung of the ladder and fell about two feet. The worker rolled over onto a bucket and suffered an injury to his ribs. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and reported that no enforcement action was necessary, as the necessary safety measures were provided at the site. It was detemined that the incident occurred due to a worker’s error.
The Site Safety Manager reported that at a thrity eight story new building under construction, a plumber was placing a pipe into hangers when the plumber fell off of a ladder. There were no witnesses to the height of the fall, and the plumber claimed to have fallen approximately between five and seven feet. The plumber was found alert, awake, and complaining of pain in his hip. The plumber was taken to St. Luke’s Hospital by ambulance. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and determined that there was no enforcement action necessary, as the fall occurred as the result of a worker’s error.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker on the first floor bumped his knee on a reshore tripod. The
worker went to a City M.D.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker pinched his finger while unloading steel rebar from a truck. The worker left to go to a clinic.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was on the twenty eighth floor of a twenty nine story new building and was cutting sheetrock and metal stud for electrical work when he suffered a cut to his hand. A reciprocal blade jammed and the worker’s hand got caught. The worker was found awake and alert and was taken to a nearby hospital.
It was reported that there were workers that were moving materials on the roof. When the workers moved a metal piece together, one of the worker’s right hand got caught in the pinch point. The worker suffered a scrape to his right hand. An ambulance was called to the site. The worker received stitches at Mount Sinai Hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hit his left hand with a hammer. The worker went to urgent care.
The Site Safety Manager reported that at a fifty seven story building that was under construction, a worker was cutting metal with a grinder when he cut his left shin. The worker was conscious and alert and walked to New York Presbyterian Hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was coming down the stairs on a scaffold when he slid down the stair riser. The worker went to a City M.D.
The Site Safety Manager reported that during concrete operations, a laborer was removing concrete key when his finger got scratched between rebar. The worker was working alone and scratched his finger while reaching into formwork. The worker went to a City M.D. and returned to work in two days.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker struck his left thumb with a hammer while hammering a nail. The worker took himself to a City M.D.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was shaking out steel at the street level when he pinched his finger between a two by four and a steel beam. The worker went to urgent care.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a pedestrian went over a ramp in front of the site, slipped/tripped on damaged mesh, and fell. The pedestrian suffered an injury to her left elbow and was taken to a hospital. A DOB inspector reponded and visited the site and reported that the General Contractor at the site failed to maintain the pedestrian walkway that caused the incident. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order was issued on all activites in the occupied lane next to the sidewalk shed. The General Contractor is to maintain the sidewalk to ensure that it is free of all tripping hazards.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was attempting to help a carpenter when he accidentally walked into the swing radius of a hammer and got hit in the forehead by the hamer. The worker was taken to New York Presbyterian Hospital and was in stable condition. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and determined that no enforcement action was necessary, as the incident occurred as a result of a worker’s error.
A DOB inspector reported that masons were finishing concrete pouring pads on the sixteenth floor when a worker that was working with the masons removed the floor protection and fell approximately thirteen feet from the sixteenth floor to the fifteenth floor. The worker suffered a cut to his ear and complained of head and neck pain. The worker was taken to Cornell University Hospital for observation. Two ECB Violations were issued for there being no design drawings for floor openings present and for the failure to maintain safety operations. Two partial Stop Work Orders (PSWO) were issued on all work within ten feet of all floor coverings on all floors and for the floor coverings being not properly secured. Two DOB Violations were also issued. A Means and Methods for the installation of floor coverings must be provided.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker suffered
a cut finger. An ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker on the first floor stepped up on a few concrete masonry unit blocks when he fell approximately three feet off of the blocks and landed on a metal plate. EMS was called and transported the worker to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was installing metal trim when a cut piece fell down and lacerated his wrist. The worker was sent to a hospital.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a plumber was cutting a metal stud to get to a pipe when he cut his arm on the stud. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a latherer was coming down from a rebar cage when he missed his last step, fell backwards, and hurt his ankle. The worker went to a hospital by ambulance. It was reported that the worker suffered a broken ankle. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and reported that the worker misstepped during a rebar operation, and that the operation was proceeding according to the site plan. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cleaning near the dumpster in the basement C-Level area when he hit his lower leg on a dumpster. The worker was cut, but the bleeding was stopped. The worker does not know how he hurt himself. An ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut the skin of his finger on a table saw. The worker went to a
hospital with a co-worker.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got a spark in his eye under his safety glasses during a grinding operation. The worker went to a hospital on his
own.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was coming down off of a ladder when he lost his balance and grabbed onto a metal stud, causing a cut to two of his fingers. The worker went to urgent care.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker sliped
on rebar and hurt his wrist. The worker went to a City M.D.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was caulking a window when he fell from a baker scaffold and hurt his left leg. The worker was taken to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and reported that the worker was not tied off when he fell.
Two ECB Violations were issued for a failure to safeguard and for a failure to provide a four hour user training card. A partial Stop Work Order was issued on baker scaffolds until a Means and Methods is provided.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that two workers were trying to install a pipe on top of a baker scaffold when both of the workers leaned towards the same side of the scaffolding, which caused the baker scaffold to collapse. The two workers fell approximately four feet and landed on the floor. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for there being no personnel on site with proper documentation, which would be four hour user cards, and a second ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard all persons and property affected by construction operation. A partial Stop Work Order has been issued on baker scaffolds until a Means and Methods is provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was unloading a pallet of glass that was approximately 2′ X 8′ when the pallet of glass tiped over onto him and pinned him against the wall of the truck. The worker went to a hospital by ambulance. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and issued an Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard, as there was no Means and Methods for delivery operations available for the previous delivery operations that happened at the site. A partial Stop Work Order was issued on all deliveries. A Means and Methods for safe delivery operations and Tool Box Talks must be provided.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped
on rebar and cut his right thumb. The worker walked to the ER.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a welder was performing Support Of Excavation (SOE) work when he picked up a steel plate that was 12′ X 12′ and 3/8 thick when he injured his back. A co-worker took the worker to a City M.D., where a physician recommended medication for pain and rest for three days. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that there were no unsafe conditions found and that all of the workers at the site had ten hour OSHA cards. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
“The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker from the sidewalk shed company fell four feet while descencing from a baker scaffold. An ambulance took
the worker to a hospital.”
The New York City Emergency Management Department and the New York City Fire Department reported that a worker was stripping concrete form work for the first floor deck when the worker fell approximately fifteen feet into the cellar and landed on capped rebar. The worker was taken to a hospital and was accompanied by another worker. The injured worker did not suffer any life- threatening injuries. An ECB Violation for the failure to maintain safe operations was issued. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. Additional safety violations will be issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker at the fourth floor level was struck by duct work that was approximately ten feet high while on a ladder that was approximately eight feet high. The duct work had came loose, swung down, and struck the worker, which caused him to fall off of the ladder. The worker suffered a broken leg and was taken to a nearby hospital. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard. A DOB Violation and a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his finger on a table saw while cutting zinc clips for a façade connection. The worker went to a hospital by ambulance to receive stitches on his finger.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a hoist mechanic lacerated his finger while cutting a piece of plastic away from a hoist. A co-worker took him to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was working on a rebar wall when he was struck in the neck by dislodged shoring. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and reported that reshores were installed contrary to the approved plan. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work order (PSWO) on all concrete work were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that at a twenty six story new building under construction, a worker was coming back on site when he stepped on loose concrete masonry and turned his ankle. The worker was found alert and awake. The on-site medic issued ice for on-site treatment and the worker went to a nearby urgent care center to receive further treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker jammed his finger while drilling into concrete. The worker walked
to the emergency room.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was walking down stairs when he hurt his ankle on permanent stairs. An ambulance was called.
New York City Emergency Management reported that two workers that were working on wires on the bulkhead when they experienced electric shocks. The workers were able to make it down from the bulkhead and were transported to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued two ECB Violations for the equipment ground not being provided and for the exposed wires at the bulkhead area not being properly terminated, secure, and protected around the HVAC air handler unit. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued for electrical work.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker was moving pallets of concrete block around when some of the concrete block fell off and struck the worker’s right leg. An ambulance was called and the worker went to a hospital for treatment. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and reported that the worker pulled the stationary part of the pallet jack while pulling the concrete block onto himself. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error, and that no enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker felt discomfort in his shoulder during stripping operations. The worker took a cab to a clinic on his own.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pushing a cart when he tripped on planks that were covering a hole. The worker suffered a cut to his right hand and went to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for the improper covering of holes.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a tapper tried to move an “A”-Frame with masonite on it out of his way by himself when he tipped the “A”-Frame and was hit in the right shin by both the “A”-Frame and the masonite. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager repoted that a worker was stripping form work on the eighteenth floor when a post fell forward and hit him in the back. The worker experienced back pain and an ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and reported that another worker had leaned a stripping post against a wall instead of stacking the post and the post slid from an upright position and hit the injured worker. An ECB Violation was isued for a failure to institute/follow safety measures for stripping operations. A DOB Violation was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was sitting on top of a beam setting joists on the second floor of a new building. He was setting joists and had just landed a joist when the signal man signalled to the crane operator to hoist up with steel chokers (no load) on the hook. While hoisting up, one of the chokers snagged the joist and picked it up. The worker who had landed the joist tried to get out of the way from the joist, but lost his balance and fell two stories to the ground. The worker was not tied off. Other workers at the site reported that the injured worker was bleeding from the mouth and was experiencing severe pain in his legs, but was conscious. The worker was taken to Lincoln Hospital by ambulance. The Hoist Machine Operator (H.M.O.) at the site stated that he was standing next to the crane operator’s cab as of the time of the incident and was given the okay to hoist up via radio. The lift director’s logs were filled out and were on site. However, the lift director was not on site as of the time of inspection, because he had gone to the hospital with the injured worker. Two ECB Violations for a failure to safeguard were issued to the General Contractor and the crane operator. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued or there being no Construction Superintendent on site as of the time of inspection, as well as a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for the unsafe placement of steel members/roof joists. A designated Construction Superintendent on a PW2 application form and a Means and Methods for the safe operations of steel placement must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his right thumb while installing duct work. The worker went to urgent care. An ambulance was not called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a grinder and suffered a cut to his right leg when the grinder kicked back. The worker was taken to a
hospital by an ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his finger while using a band saw and suffered a minor gash to his finger. An ambulance was called.
A DOB inspector reported that façade work was underway at exposure floor on the sixteenth floor when a section of brick veneer dislodged and fell onto the sidewalk shed. A pedestrian at the street level suffered a minor injury, but refused medical attention. Th company that erected the sidewalk shed was onsite to repair the shed. An ECB Violation was issued to the General Contractor at the site for a failure to safeguard. A DOB Violation was also issued. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
The Construction Superintendent reported that an electrician was working on the emergency lighting of the seventh floor permanent stairs when he was hit in the head from a tape measure that fell from above. The electrician was taken to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for the failure to maintain safe operations and a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for all work next to openings. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods and a Toolbox Talk.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was cleaning a paint gun when his finger was injured by the pressure from the nozzle. The worker went home to see his doctor due to pain in his finger.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker twisted his knee on Saturday, May 12, 2018. This incident took place on May 12, 2018, but was reported on Monday, May 14, 2018. The worker walked himself to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that workers were removing material from the grade level at the leading edge when two pieces of caisson pilings that were approximately two feet long were cut in half. The pieces of caisson pilings fell approximately fifteen feet and struck a worker that was in the excavation pit in the leg. The worker went to a hospital. The status of the worker’s injuries is unknown. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and issued four ECB Violations for the abscence of toe boards at the guardrails, the prescence of inadequate vertical netting, the prescence of an inadequate guardrail that was not constructed to code, and the prescence of inadequate housekeeping. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and four DOB Violations were also issued. The contractor is to provide a Means and Methods and a Toolbox Talk for the safe continuation of work.
“The New York City Fire Department reported that a worker was walking on a scaffold on the second level when he tripped and hurt his knee. The worker was
taken to an area hospital.”
The Construction Superintendent reported that workers were installing Q-decking on the second floor when a worker fell from the second floor onto the first floor deck. The worker was found conscious and was transported to Bellevue Hospital. Additional information regarding the injuries was not available. The Construction Superintendent was not on site as of the time that the incident occurred. An DOB inspector responded and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation to the General Contractor for a failure to safeguard. A DOB Violation and a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers moving steel beams with an electric hoist through a shaftway for an alteration on a twelve story building. The workers moved the beams by pipe rollers on the ground to be stacked. One of the workers was adjusting the stack when he was struck by two other workers that were putting steel in place. The struck worker got his right hand crushed between two beams and was taken to Beth Israel Hospital for treatment. An ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard was issued. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all work in shftway hoisting materials. A Means and Methods and a Toolbox Talk must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was on the roof setback setting roof pavers when he stepped in a hole with the roof pavers that he was working on and hit his right shin. The worker was conscious and alert and walked to a City M.D. to be checked out.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber slipped off of the fourth step of a ladder that he was working on and suffered a sprained ankle. An ambulance was
called.”
A DOB inspector reported that materials that were stored in the staging area were blown away due to wind. Among the stored materials was a piece of styrofoam that was approximately 8′ X 3′ X 3′ that struck a security guard in the back. The security guard complained of pain and was taken to a hospital in a conscious state with an unknown injury. An ECB Violation was issued, as well as a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for all work in the staging area due to a failure to secure stored material. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for a safe storage procedure.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped on debris and fell on his back. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and reported that no enforcement action was necessary, as the incident occurred as the result of a worker error. The worker was okay and was reported to have returned to work the following day.
The New York City Police Department reported that debris was falling from the building. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and reported that at the fifteenth floor setback, sections of isolation and plywood became separated due to high winds and fell to the street level along Park Avenue, striking two individuals. One of the individuals that was struck was taken to a local hospital. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A DOB Violation and a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) were also issued.
The Site Safety Manaer reported that a worker was setting up needle beams when a portion of screw jack fell onto the worker when he bent down. The struck worker complained of neck pain and left the site to visit his own doctor. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for a failure to maintain safe operations and a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) on the use of all needle beams. A Means and Methods and a Toolbox Talk must be provided. An additional ECB Violation will be issued for the installation of a pipe scaffold that was done contrary to the design plans.
The Project Manager reported that a painter was on a ladder on the third floor when he misused the ladder and slipped off. The worker fell approximately six fee and hurt his shoulder. An ambulance was called.
A DOB inspector reported that approximately 50′-0” linear feet of sidewalk shed deck and parapet deck enclosure had blown off of a sidewalk shed and onto the street, injuring two pedestrians. The two pedestrians were taken to a hospital. Their condition was unknown as of the time that they were taken to a hospital. The company that erected the sidewalk shed responded and visited the site to remove the debris from the steet. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard the public and property. A DOB Violation was also issued. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all crane and exterior operations, except for work to make safe the installation of a sidewalk shed.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was plumbing up a metal stud wall when the stud wall fell, hit a generator, and then bounced off the generator and landed on the worker’s leg. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that safety measures were not in place for a bearing wall installation. An ECB Violation and a DOB Violation were issued, as well as a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) on all bearing wall installations. A Means and Methods and safety measures for bearing wall installations must be provided.
A competent person at the site reported that a worker was removing a vertical shoring post when his finger got caught between the safety pin and the plate. The worker suffered a swollen finger and went to a hospital on his own.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a foreman was hanging an eight inch steel pipe when he lost control of the pipe. The foreman was then knocked off of a ladder by the pipe. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responed and visited the site and reported that the anchor from which the pipe was to be hung from failed. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safe operations.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker was using a four inch grinder when the grinder kicked back and cut the worker’s left arm. The handle and grinder guard were in place. The worker was conscious and awake and went to Mount Sinai Hospital for treatment.
The Construction Superintendent reported that an electrician was re-adjusting a ladder when he fell approximately five feet off of the ladder. The worker complainted of back pain and was taken to Elmhurst Hospital. The worker was alert and awake.
The Construction Superintendent reported that while working on a seven story new buiding, a project manager picked up a sheet metal that cut his finger. The project manager went to urgent care.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was coming down a gang ladder when he slipped on the third step of the ladder and fell three feet. The worker complained of back pain. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and found no unsafe conditions present as of the time of inspection. No enforcement action was necessary.
“A DOB inspector reported that a signalman had landed a banded load on the top deck with a tower crane. The rigging was released after the load was landed, and the load shiftled and startled another worker that was carrying pieces of rebar. The worker tripped, fell, and hurt his ankle. The worker was taken to a hospital for X- rays. The signalman suffered a cut to his finger from the banding after releasing the rigging and went to a City
M.D. for treatment. There were no witnesses to the worker falling. No enforcement action was necessary, as it was determined that the signalman suffered a cut due to a worker error.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was performing insulation work behind a stud wall when she pushed a stack of sheetrock that was leaning against a wall, which caused the boards to fall forward and hit her in the leg. An ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his finger on a piece of sheet metal. The worker went to
urgent care.”
A DOB inspector reported that a crane was making a routine lift of a steel I-Beam from a trailer bed in the street to the roof. The beam was rigged up and the signal man gave the crane operator the signal to come up with the load. The crane had lifted the load approximately two feet off of the bed of the trailer when an iron worker attemped to steady the load to keep the I- Beam from swaying. When the iron worker did this, he had put his leg inbetween the moving load and a stationary beam on the flatbed truck. When he did this, the worker created a pinch point, and the moving load struck the worker’s leg and caused a cut. The worker was taken to a hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The DOB inspector found no violating conditions during his inspection, as all of the workers at the site had the appropriate 16 or 32 hour rigging certification cards, the slings were found tagged and adequate, the lift director had logs, and the signal man had his card. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector repored that a worker was performing asbestos abatement work on the roof when he fell approximately twenty feet through the roof. The worker was taken to Brookdale Hospital. The abatement work was being performed as per the posted notice. Two Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violations for a failure to safeguard were issued to the abatement company and building owner. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all work at the roof level. The contractor at the site is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe removal of material from the roof level.
A New York City Police Officer reported that a plumber was working on a pipe on the fifth floor when the pipe burst and hit the plumber in the chest and chin. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and determined that there was no enforcement action necessary, as the job had on-site active Department Of Buildings permits and approved technical plans.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a ten feet long piece of rebar that was standing vertically and was to be installed fell on a worker that was standing on the ground, hitting him in the side of his hard hat. The worker went to a City M.D. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for a failure to maintain safe operations, as well as a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for all concrete operations. The General Contractor at the site is to provide a Means and Methods and a Tool Box Talk.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was putting up forms on a column when he fell about six to seven feet and injured his foot. The worker was sent to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and found that a hook that was holding form up was damaged, which may have possibly caused the worker to fall. An ECB Violation for the failure to maintain safety operations was issued, as well as a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for all concrete work. Additional ECB Violations were also issued for infractions that were not related to the incident.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell from the top of a hoist that was stopped on the first floor. The worker suffered minor injuries and was transported to a
hospital by ambulance.”
The New York City Police Department reported that two workers were in the process of installing a supported scaffold when they slipped and fell from three frames of pipe scaffold. The workers suffered scrapes and bumps to their hands and legs and were taken to St. Luke’s Hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued two Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violations. The first violation was issued for the removal or alteration of the supported scaffold by the General Contractor before the inspector’s arrival, which is the removal of equipment, structural material, or evidence that is related to an incident. The second violation was issued for a failure to promptly notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident, as the incident was reported by the NYPD.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was
cutting a metal stud when he cut his hand. An ambulance was called.”
The New York City Office Of Emergency Management reported that a worker fell from the structure. EMS transported the worker to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site two ECB Violations for the failure to safeguard and for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was building the walk-out for a tower crane and was standing on the crane’s tie-back beam when he slipped off of the beam and fell. The worker was wearing fall protection equipment. The worker did not suffer an injury, but was taken to a hospital for precautionary observation. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that no enforcement action was necessary.
A New York City Police Officer reported that a worker fell approximately five stories or fifty feet from an unguarded section of pipe scaffold. The worker was in critical condition and was taken to Bellevue Hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that it could not be determined what caused the worker to fall, as the people that the inspector interviewed claimed to have not seen or know about the incident. Four ECB Violations were issued for the failure to safeguard, for the presence of a suppoted scaffold that was not built according to code and was missing guardrails, missing toe boards, and was not fully decked, for the absence of plans, drawings, and logs on site, and for the failure to provide a four hour supported scaffold uder card upon request. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued.
The Project Manager at the site reported that during the installation of concrete panel around a bulkhead, a panel cracked, fell, and caused a minor cut to a worker’s hands. The worker went to a clinic and then came back to the site on the following day. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that a Means and Methods was in place at the site, and that the workers were following the Means and Methods. The suction cup equipment was found to be in working condition. The inspector observed that the concrete panel may have broken because the concrete panel was effective. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that the driver of a concrete truck was washing out his truck when he hopped off of a ladder and turned his ankle. EMS was called and the worker was sent to a nearby hospital.
The New York City Fire Department requested that an inspection please be performed due to a retaining wall collapse. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and reported that the building owner was performing work on the retaining wall that was separating 420 and 412 East 21 Street when a section of the retaining wall that was approximately twenty feet wide collapsed into the right side yard at exposure four.The potential of a futher collapse eliminated a safe path of egress from the fire escape along Exposure Four to the street and compromised hte stability of 412 East 21t Street’s garage and driveway. During search operations, an FDNY firefighter suffered a minor injury and was transported to a local hospital. Two Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violations and two DOB Violations were issued at 420 East 21 Street for a failure to safeguard and for work being performed without a permit. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a partial Vacate Order were also issued at 420 East 21 Street. A DOB Violation and a full Vacate Order were issued the garage of 412 East 21 Street. (412 Garage East 21 Street).
“A competent person at the site reported that a worker was installing roof protection when the worker tripped on a piece of plywood and fell. The worker was sent to a
hospital for a check up.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped while coming down from a ladder. The worker was taken
to a hospital by EMS.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his arm with a sheetrock knife while cutting sheetrock. The worker went to a nearby urgent care facility to receive
medical attention.”
“A DOB inspector reported that there was a six man team that was dismantling support columns when one of the columns was released before one of the workers had a hold of the column. The column struck this worker to the ground. The worker was wearing his Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and was found alert and responsive. The worker did not suffer a serious injury, but was taken to a hospital by ambulance as a precaution.
Documentation was provided to show that the worker attended a pre-job meeting and that the worker was up to date with daily pre-task harzard safety meetings that are designed to avoid such incidents. The inspector determined that no enforcement action was necessary and that the incident occurred as the result of a worker error.”
A DOB Professional Engineer (PE) reported that at a sixty-seven story new building that was under construction, a security guard was walking from the front to the rear on the first floor of the building when an approximate 16′ X 8′, 2,300 pound glass curtain wall panel with a supporting steel “A”-Frame toppled and pinned the security guard underneath it. Several workers lifted the “A”-Frame and removed the pinned security guard. The security guard was taken to Mount Sinai Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. A DOB inspector that was also at the site reported that the glass panel fell because it was accidentally hit by another worker that was trying to lift a piece of HVAC metal duct that was in close proximity. A contributing factor to the glass panel’s fall was that the vertical side of the “A”- Frame that was supporting the panel was facing towards the walkng area instead of towards the concrete wall. No additional panels or “A”-Frames were found to have been stored in an unsafe position. The on duty Site Safety Manager stated that he performed a daily safety inspection at the site at the start of the work day that morning. However, he did not fill out his safety log. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued, as well as an Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard. A DOB Violation was also issued.
“The New Yok City Fire Department requested that a structural stability inspection please be performed because a construction fence had partially collapsed. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that there was approximately 100 feet of construction fence that was made of water-filled jersey barriers and a four foot chain link fence that had fallen over onto a pedestrian walkway and injured two pedestrians. The two pedestrians were not transported by EMS to receive off-site medical assistance. The barriers were found to have inadequate water levels.
Two ECB Violations were issued for a failure to safeguard and for a defective job site fence. Two DOB Violations were also issued.”
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that while working on a twelve story New Building that was at the Support of Excavation (SOE) stage, a hose from the fire hydant that was across the sidewal was being used when a female pedestrian tripped and fell over the hose. The pedestrian was found alert and awake and was taken to a nearby hospital by ambulance. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that the pedestrian sidewalk was clear of any obstructions as of the time of inspection. Two ECB Violations for the presence of poor housekeeping and for the presence of tripping hazards. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued for the entire site.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was unloading an air handler when he lacerated his middle finger on a sharp edge of the air handler. The worker
went to a local clinic.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that workers were moving a refrigiration unit when it toppled over onto one of the workers. The injured worker was taken to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for the failure to maintain safe operations, as well as a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) on material handling on the ground level at the exposure. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was on baker scaffold at the second floor when the worker fell from the scaffold. The worker was found conscious, but complainted of pain in his shoulder and leg. The worker walked to a nearby hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued one ECB Violation for a scaffold platform that was not fully planked and for the presence of planks that were not tied down. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for the use of a supported scaffold was also issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician tripped while walking and suffered an injury to his rIbs.
The worker went to urgent care.”
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker’s foot came into contact with a piece of pipe that was in a pile of garbage that was to be picked up. The worker suffered a foot laceration and was sent to a hospital.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that four workers were carrying heavy mechanical equipment down the stairs when equipment fell on one of the workers. The worker was sent to a hospital for a check up. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for the failure to maintain safe operations and a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) on the handling of heavy material. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods.
“A DOB inspector reported that a worker was sorting and moving glass window panels when one of the panels shifted and hit the worker in the leg. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance for evaluation. An ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for the failure to maintain safety measures, as the worker was injured due to improper material handling.
The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for safe material handling in order to prevent future incidents.”
“The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker strained his back while lifting a crate onto a dolly. An ambulance was called and the worker was transported to
a hospital.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his finger while using a box cutter. The worker went to a
clinic.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that two workers were loading glass panels that were approximately 5 X 3 onto a cart when the glass came into contact with a metal part of the cart, which caused the glass to break into pieces. One of the workers suffered a minor laceration to his left hand. The injured worker went to a City M.D.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was trying to move a dolly that was carrying a machine motor for an exterior elevator up the ramp of the loading dock when he lost his balance and the machine motor tipped over, causing the worker to fall face down. The worker suffered cuts and bruises to the face and was taken to a hospital for treatment. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) to stop all deliveries and material handling. The General Contractor at the site is to provide a Means and Methods for safe operation.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was working on a twelve story new building and suffered a cut to his arm while carrying 2 X 4’s and sharp edge metal track material. The worker went to a nearby doctor for treatment and received a few stitches.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker was climbing down the stairs when he slipped and fell about three feet. The worker complained of a sprained back. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a steamfitter was working on a scissor lift and was installing sprinkler system anchors between pipes that were installed by other plumbers. One of the anchors failed and a pipe fell and landed on one of the steamfitter’s hands, taking a tip of his hand off. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued a DOB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) on all overhead installations. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods and a Tool Box Talk.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was stripping concrete form work on the first floor when he slipped and fell approximately four feet from the platform. The worker was found conscious and without a visible injury, but was taken to a hospital for a check up. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that the worker was not using any type of fall arrest system, that the working area was not illuminated with lights, and that there was water on the floor that created a slipping hazard. Three ECB Violations and a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) were issued. The General Contractor at the site is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was unloading a metal track when the track slid and cut his thumb. The worker went to urgent care for treatment.
The Project Manager at the site reported that a worker was carrying a 2 X 4 when he accidentally dropped the 2 X 4 onto the foot of another worker. The injured worker was sent to a hospital for a check up and returned to the site afterwards.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was moving his equipment when he hurt his back. An
ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker twisted his left ankle while installing rebar. The worker went to a clinic and then returned to the site.
The Site Safety Manager reported that during the construction of a thirty story new building, a worker walked into the corner of a steel I-Beam and hurt his right foot. The worker continued to work, but the Site Safety Manager noticed that he was not doing well and that the worker was still in pain. The worker was taken to Cornell Hospital for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber was installing a pipe when a piece of debris fell into his eyes.
The plumber went to a doctor.”
“A Project Manager at the site reported that during the installation of floor opening protection, a worker lost control of a plank that hit him in the nose. The worker
walked to a clinic.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his
arm while removing formwork. The injured worker walked to urgent care.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that an elevator mechanic hurt his lift leg on roll wire that was nudged by a forklift. The worker worked most of the rest of the day before he walked to urgent care on his own.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell down from the first floor supporting deck to the ground and suffered a very bad head injury. The worker was found conscious and was taken to a hospital by ambulance.
The worker was reported to be in stable condition. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that the worker was walking along the re-shores and may have possibly fainted or tripped and hit his head on one of the re-shores. No enforcement action was deemed necessary, as the inspector did not observe any hazardous conditions during the time of inspection.”
A DOB Inspector reported that an electrical worker at the cellar level was on a twelve foot ladder installing electrical work on the ceiling when he fell approximately six to seven feet. The worker was not wearing a harness and was taken to a nearby hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued for all work at cellar levels that requires ladders. A Means and Methods and a Tool Box Talk must be provided.
“The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker
injured his middle finger while using a pallet-jack. The worker was sent to urgent care.”
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was carrying a few metal studs when he came into contact with a pipe scaffold tieback and twisted his knee. The worker was taken to urgent care.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his arm while moving formwork. The worker was transported
to a hospital by another worker.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker on the first floor was leaving the bathroom when he walked toward a temporary aluminum stair system that he thought was in place and secured. The stairway collapsed and the worker fell to the basement slab below. The worker suffered possible injuries to the neck and head and was able to stand on his own power. The worker received treatment in the emergency room of a nearby hospital, and eventually returned to the site to pick up his tools. ECB Violations were issued for a failure to safeguard, for there being no plans on site for ongoing construction work, and for there being no plans available for a temporary staircase. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was doing waterproofing work in a tree pit on the plaza area. When the worker was walking away, he walked into a metal object that was on the wall. The worker went to a clinic for a check up on his own and will be reporting back to work.
A DOB inspector reported that two workers were working on the eave and gutters of the roof while on pump jacks when the workers fell approximately twenty feet. One of the workers sustained injuries to his wrist, while the other worker sustained a head injuy and was in critical condition. Both workers were transported to Kings County Hospital by ambulance. An ECB Violation, a DOB Violation, and a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) were issued for work being performed without a permit.
A DOB inspector reported that there were two electricians that were working in the utility room on the fourteenth floor with their foreman onsite. The workers were working on a panel board when they de-energized the upper half of the panel board. However, the lower half of the board remained live and was not insulated. Both workers were electrocuted and suffered burns, and both workers were taken to a hospital. Two Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violations were issued: one to the General Contractor, and one to the Electrical Subcontractor, for a failure to maintain safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued. Two other ECB Violations were issued for infractions not related to the incident.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was holding a pin that was to be used to set the auger on a drill rig when another worker hit his finger with a hammer. The struck worker was taken to a nearby hospital and was later released with a bruised finger. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all use of the auger. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe installation of an auger.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker was cutting a tie wire with a utility knife when the knife slipped out of his hand and cut his forearm. The worker was transported to a hospital by ambulance for treatment.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was in the process of climbing down an eight foot ladder when he missed a thread at three feet high and fell to the floor.The worker complained of shoulder pain and was taken to a hospital for evaluation. The inspector found no defects to the ladder or the area where the work was being performed. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cutting water proofing with a sheetrock knife when he accidentally cut his thumb. The worker was taken to
urgent care for treatment.”
The Construction Superintendent reported that there were four workers that were moving a crate of glass on a dolly when the dolly tipped and caused the crate of glass to slide and hit one of the workers in the chest. The struck worker fell to the floor and suffered a back injury. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that the glass was being moved on a makeshift dolly, and that a design drawing for the makeshift dolly was not available. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to maintain safe operations, as well as a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for material handling. A design drawing with load capacity for the makeshift dolly must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that an electrician was working on a PVC junction box in the floor with glue. The box had live electrical wires, and the wires got touched as the electrician tried to push them down into the box, which created a spark that set the glue on fire. The electrician suffered a second degree burn and was taken to a hospital, where he was reported to be in stable condition. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for the failure to maintain safety measures while working on live electrical wires. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued to stop all electrical work.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a grinder to cut steel when he lost control of the grinder, which caused a small laceration to his foreman. The worker went to a local hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a carpenter was cutting sheetrock with a utility knife when he accidentally cut his forearm. The worker’s foreman took him to a City
M.D. for treatment. The worker is expected to return to work.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was lifting up the pipe frames of a supported scaffold with a pulley when the worker burned his hands on the rope and dropped the pipe frames of the supported scaffold. The worker was taken to a nearby hospital by a foreman for treatment. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that the details of how the incident occurred were not known. Two ECB Violations were issued for the failure to perform a supported scaffold installation in a safe manner and for the failure to provide a supported scaffold erector card. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for the installation of supported scaffolds was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a water pipe was damaged by a worker on the second floor, which caused a flood on the first floor. One of the store workers at the address slipped and fell. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and determined that there was no enforcement action necessary, as the work that was being performed was approved under a DOB issued permit.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a roof worker complained of pain in the left side of his chest while lifting waterproofing materials. The worker was alert and awake and was taken to Bellevue Hospital by ambulance for treatment.
“A DOB inspector reported that during a stripping operation that was taking place between the elevator shaft and north stairwell on the fifth floor, an “”ULMA”” formwork beam that was approximately sixteen feet long struck a worker in the head while the worker was attempting to remove the beam. The worker was transported to a hospital, where it was reported that he had suffered a concussion. The worker was alert and stable in the hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safe operations. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued on all concrete work.
The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for safe operations.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was walking down from the second floor when he missed his step and fell down. The worker hurt his knee and went to
a City M.D.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was carrying a piece of lumber that was 4 X 10 X 7’ when the worker slipped, which caused the lumber to fall onto another worker’s hand. The injured worker went to a City M.D.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hit his foot while unloading a beam. The worker’s foreman took
him to a first med.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was taking the delivery of a Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU) block that was being delivered by a lull when his finger got caught between pallets and one of his fingertips separated. The worker’s foreman took him to a hospital for treatment. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to maintain safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all material handling, including deliveries. A second partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued for the use of scaffolds in which the horizontal netting was not at the required height. The General Contraction is to provide a Means and Methods and a worker’s orientation before the first stop work order will be rescinded.
The Site Safety Manager reported that during the final pressure testing inspection of a standpipe, the regulator let the air out of the standpipe, which caused another worker to hit a wall. He worker complained of a back ache and an ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site, and reported that no enforcement action was deemed necessary, as the incident occurred as the result of a worker error.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was using a sheet rock knife to try to cut a conduit when he sliced his left index finger. The worker was escorted to the emergency room at Beth Israel Hospital with another co-worker to receive treatment.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was forming a third floor deck when a retractable lanyard device for a safety harness was left on loose plywood. The deck was not fully planked and had gaps in it. The worker stepped on the loose plywood, causing the loose plywood to slip. As a result of this, the retractable lanyard device fell to the second floor and hit another worker in the back. The worker was in a conscious state and was transported to a hospital with no visible injuries. An ECB Violation was issued for the falure to safeguard persons and propery and for working on two levels simutaneously without a controlled access zone in place. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued to stop all forming operations. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods and a worker orientation for safe operation.
A DOB inspector reported that a contractor had overloaded joist girders that expanded nighty eight feet with eight bundles of corrugated steel decking that were twenty feet. The decking was placed in a concentrated area on the joist girders. However, the joist girders were not properly installed, as they were only temporarily installed with one 3/4″ bolt that eventually sheared off and collapsed. This collapse caused the worker to fall forty feet to the ground. EMS was called and the worker was found alert and responsive when EMS arrived. The worker suffered a broken shoulder and possible back injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard, as well as a full Stop Work Order (FSWO).
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was removing a kitchen cabinet when he was hit in the head by the cabinet when it became loose. The worker suffered a cut to his face. The worker went to a City M.D. to receive treatment and will return to work.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an elevator company worker was putting down counter weights when his finger got pinched between the weights. The worker
went to a City M.D.”
“A DOB inspector reported that a worker was installing guardrails on the perimeter of the job site when he was asked to help install Q-decking at the second floor.
When the worker went to get a torch to help trim the deck, the worker stepped on a loose sheet of decking and fell approximately fifteen to twenty feet. The worker suffered injuries to his ankles, knees, and head. The worker was found conscious and was taken to Flushing Hospital by ambulance. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard, as well as a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) on building two on all steel erection and deck layout. A site specific Means and Methods for the prevention of further decking accidents must be provided. A Tool Box Talk and an adequare tie off procedure for controlled deck zones must also be provided.”
“A DOB inspector reported that there were workers that were getting ready to cut out and remove a raker section that was connected to the Support Of Excavation (SOE) waler and protruding through the foundation walls. The Construction Superintendent at the site stated that the section needed to be removed for the completion of a waterproofing installation. During the process of preparing jackhammers to chip out the concrete around the raker pit, a worker slipped and fell approximately four feet into the raker pit, landing on his back. The worker got out of the raker pit and walked to a hospital with a co- worker. The worker received treatment and was reported to be okay. An ECB Violation was issued because there were guard rails missing. An additional ECB Violation was issued for the failure to provide a Means and Methods for the removal of S.O.E. sections. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on the removal of
S.O.E. sections.”
A DOB inspector reported that there were electricians moving spools down a flight of stairs when they lost control of one of the spools, which hit one of the workers in the leg. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safe operations. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued for all heavy material handling. A Means and Methods must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was attempting to lower a chipping gun from a roof to a setback to another worker when he accidentally dropped the chipping gun approximately twenty feet, hitting the other worker on his hard hat. The struck worker was admitted into Cornell Medical Center, where he received stitches. This incident occurred on June 19, 2018, but was not reported until June 20, 2018. Two ECB Violations were issued; an Aggravated Level 2 violation for the failure to notify all persons and property and a second violation for the failure to immediately notify the Department Of Buildings of an accident. Two DOB Violations were also issued. A partial Stop Work Order was issued for the lowering of any tools or equipment from a roof to a setback without a DOB approved Means and Methods.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a garbage truck was passing by when it hit a barrier that hit a worker. The worker complained of back pain and walked to urgent
care.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cleaning and moving materials when he moved a job site box that was next to two hollow steel doors. The two follow steel doors fell and hit the worker’s shoulders, causing him to fall. An ambulance took the worker to a hospital for a check up.
“A DOB inspector reported that a worker injured his finger while using a drill during steel erection/modification work because the drill was used contrary to the manufacturer’s specifications. The injured worker was sent to a hospital, where he received stitches. This incident occurred on June 21, 2018, but was not reported until June 22, 2018. Four ECB Violations were issued.
These violations include a violation for a failure to maintain safe operations, a violation for the on-site modification of steel, a violation for the use of a drill contrary to the manufactuer’s specifications, and a violation for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident in a timely manner.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was working on a platform deck when he fell approximately six feet to the lower level. The worker was found conscious and alert and was taken to a nearby hospital. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for the failure to safeguard. A DOB Violation was also issued. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all of the work being conducted at the fifth floor.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker was working inside an elevator shaft on a man basket when an object fell from above and struck and cut the worker’s arm. An ambulance transported the worker to a hospital for treatment. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that design drawings for working platforms were provided, a certification for the usage of a scaffold was provided, and lighting was being put in place during the time of inspection. However, an ECB Violation was issued for the failure to notify the DOB Scaffold Safety Team for the presence of a suspended scaffold on the site. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all work in an elevator shaft. A Means and Methods for all safe operations in a shaft must be provided.
“A DOB inspector reported that contractors were transporting material with an excavator when the knuckle of the machine struck the Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU) wall of the adjacent property (55 Broad Street, Manhattan), which is a Cosi restaurant. The impact dislodged a small section of concrete block that struck a customer that was eating lunch inside of the restaurant. The customer suffered an injury to his left leg and was transported to New York Prebyterian Hospital by an ambulance. There were no structural concerns found.
However, the restaurant has been closed. The damaged building’s engineer will provide a Means and Methods for repairs. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued for the entire site.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker dropped a coupling on his foot during a rebar installation. The worker suffered a swelled foot and went to urgent care
with a co-worker.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker bent down to plug in an extension cord and hit his head on a stored piece of rebar. The worker went to urgent care.
A DOB inspector reported that at a nineteen story building that was having alteration work performed on it, there were workers installing and welding sewer pipes on the eigth floor utility shaft using a “Jewel Clamp” that keeps the pipes in position. The “Jewel Clamp” slipped out of the hands of one of the workers and fell through the shaft. The clamp bounced on the third floor and landed in the cellar, where it hit another worker on his hand. The injured worker suffered cuts and bruises on his arm, but did not suffer a broken bone. The injured worker was taken to a hospital, where he received stitches. Four ECB Violations were issued: one an Aggravated Level 2 violation for a failure to maintain safety measures, a second violation for working on two levels simultaneously without protection or a Controlled Access Zone (CAZ) in place, a third violation for working without a permit, and a fourth violation for the absence of guardrails at open shafts. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued as well. The General Contractor at the site is to obtain a permit and provide a Means and Methods and a workers’ orientation for safe operation at the site before the Stop Work Order will be rescinded.
“The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a construction worker tripped and sustained a minor knee injury. EMS was called and the worker was transported to a local
hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was standing on an “A”-Frame ladder while performing a grinding operation on the fourteenth floor of a concrete wall surface when the ladder slipped, causing the worker to fall. The worker was found unconscious. An ambulance was called and the worker was transported to a hospital in a conscious state. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for the failure to maintain safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order was issued on all grinding operations. The General Contractor at the site is to provide a Means and Methods for safe operation.
A DOB inspector reported that a Jekko crane machine on the fourth floor was in the process of placing a curtain wall panel on the third floor when the machine fell from the fourth floor and two connectors also fell from the third floor. One worker fell from the third floor to the street and suffered a critical injury, and a second worker that was on the third floor was struck by crane components and suffered a non-life threatening back injury. Both injured workers were taken to a hospital. The inspector reported that the injured workers were not tied off and that the operation was not permitted, as there were no valid permits, plans, or rigging certifications present. The crane operator did not have any certifications. The inspector reported that the incident may have occurred because the crane was overloaded, and that a Means and Methods for hoisting and rigging, for overloading, and for safeguarding was not provided. DOB’s BEST Squad issued a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) due to the existence of multiple safety issues. DOB’s Cranes and Derricks Unit also issued a Stop Work Order on all hosting operations. Eight totals ECB Violations were issued, as there were separate violations issued to both the General Contractor and the crane user at the site for an unsafe operation, for the failure to safeguard, for the absence of a valid HMO License or certifications, and for not being in possession of 16 or 32 hour rigging certifications.
The Site Safety Manager reported that the Construction Superintendent was moving material on a pallet jack by himself when he hit a divet. The Construction Superintendent tried to stop the piece of material that was being moved from falling, but the material fell on his ankle. An ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was picking up a garbage bag when he backed into stacked rebars and suffered a scratch to his right calf. The worker
walked to a City M.D.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker pulled his back while using a pallet jack. The worker complained of a back ache. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was fueling a generator when fuel was spilled on his arm. The worker walked to a City M.D. as a precaution.
The Site Safety Manager reported that the diamond plate in a hoist car was not secured and that the diamond plate fell over and hit the ankle of a worker that was in the hoist. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for the failure to institute safety measures for the diamond plate in the hoist. A DOB Violation was also issued. As of the time of inspction, the diamond plate was made secure.
A DOB inspector reported that workers were in the process of dismantling a fourteen foot high sidewalk shed when one of the workers fell back between the junior beams. The worker was experiencing minor back pain and was taken to a local hospital by ambulance. An ECB Violation was issued to the sidewalk shed company for the failure to safeguard all persons and property.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was carrying material down a flight of stairs when he missed the last step. The worker suffered a shoulder injury and was taken to a hospital by ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was doing sheet metal work with a screw gun when he accidentally drilled a screw into his right hand. The worker was transported to a hospital by ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was going on a break when he opened a box and the lid of the box fell on his hand, causing a laceration to his middle finger. The worker went to a hospital for a check up.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a section of sidewalk caved due to a rain storm that occurred on June 28, 2018. A pedestrian stepped into the caved in section of sidewalk and hurt her ankle, knee, and shoulder. An ambulance was called and the pedestrian was taken to a hospital by ambulance. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that there were cracks along the section of sidewalk that caved in during the rain storm, which may have contributed to the cave in. The area was being back filled while the inspector was on site. An ECB Violation was issued for a failue to maintain the sidewalk.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a window installer was taking suction cups off of a window when he pulled his back. An ambulance was called.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using a concrete trowel machine when he came upon a floor opening. The worker was using the machine close to the exterior wall when he hit the wall, which caused the machine to kick back towards the opening. Both the worker and the machine fell approximately twelve feet into the basement. The New York City Fire Department removed the worker and EMS took the injured worker to a hospital. Two ECB Violations were issued, including one Aggravated Level 2 violation for a failure to safeguard and a second violation for the failure to post a project information panel. Two DOB Violations and a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was on top of a concrete mixer and was attempting to remove a piece of concrete. The worker was pushing the piece of concrete with his right foot when he got his foot caught in the shredder of the concrete mixer. One of the worker’s toes was severed. The General Contractor at the site contacted NYC Fire Department EMT personnel, who transported the worker to Jacoby Hospital. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued to the General Contractor for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) on all concrete and cement operations was also issued. The contractors at the site must provide a Means and Methods for concrete and cement operations.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a roofer hit the
edge of the coping while doing roof work and cut his hand. An ambulance was called.”
A DOB inspector reported that at the fifth floor, a worker was moving a hose when he became entangled in the hose and fell approximately five feet from a pipe scaffold to the deck on the fifth floor. The worker was taken to a hospital for treatment. Two Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violations were issued; one violation for a failure to safeguard, and a second violation for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident. Two DOB Violations and a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was cleaning around a shaftway when he lifted a piece of plywood away from the shaftway and fell approximately fifteen feet through an opening. The plywood was not secure and the opening was not marked. The worker suffered a possible fractured arm and fractured vertebrae. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on demolition work around shaftways.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut the middle finger of his right hand while pushing a mini container. The worker was taken to a clinic to get
stitches.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a HVAC worker cut his right arm during a duct installation. A DOB inspector happened to be at the site as of the time of the incident and reported that the injury occurred as the result of a worker’s error. The worker walked to a hospital. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that there were workers that overloaded an “A”-Frame cart, which caused a few 2 X 4 X 4” stones to slide off the cart. One of the stones fell onto a worker’s foot. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker lost his footing and hurt his leg while pushing garbage in a thirty yard dumpster. An ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker came to the end of his shift when he complained that he strained his testicles while pushing a mini-dumpster. An
ambulance was called.”
A DOB inspector reported that a plumber was running a new line above an existing boiler when he came into contact with a live electrical wire. The plumber’s partner pulled him off the wire. Both the worker and his partner were shaken up and were taken to a hospital by ambulance for a check up. An ECB Violation was issued for the presence of unapproved unsafe wiring in the basement. Defective wiring, exposed wires, and not- terminated wires were also found in the basement boiler room. A partial Stop Work Order was issued on work on a confined space by the cellar boiler. A DOB Violation was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker had pulled off some plywood during a stripping operation when he was hit in the eye by a nail. The worker went to a City M.D. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that the worker was not wearing his safety goggles/PPE (Personal Protection Equipment). An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safe operations.
The New York City Police Department reported that an on site worker called 911 and reported that he fell from a supported scaffold and sustained injuries. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that the worker was found laying on the ground roof level. The worker told the NYPD, the FDNY, and the responding paramedics that he fell from the second level of the installed pipe scaffold. The worker suffered a broken right arm and was airlifted by the FDNY and transported to Bellevue Hospital by ambulance. The DOB inspector also reported that the contractor at the site was doing facade pointing work that did not require a permit, and that the contractor was in possession of DOB-issued sidewalk shed and supported scaffold permits. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the presence of a scaffold that was not enclosed, one Aggravated Level 2 violation for a failure to safeguard, and a second Aggravated Level 2 violation for the absence of a complete guard rail system. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued on the use of supported scaffolds.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician cut his arm on a metal stud. The electrician went to urgent
care.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker twisted his ankle while coming down the stairs. The worker went to a City M.D. This incident occurred on July 5, 2018, but the Site Safety Manager was not notified of the incident until July 6, 2018.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker on the sixth floor was standing on stilts to install track when he walked into a pipe hanger and fell off of the stilts and to the ground. The worker complained of left arm pain.
EMS was called and the worker was taken to a nearby hospital.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker stepped on a piece of unsecured plywood on the second floor and fell approximately twenty two feet to the first floor. The worker was taken to a hospital, and its reported to have suffered a dislocated hip. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the presence of floor openings that were not securely covered and marked, a second violation for the presence of very poor housekeeping throughout the building, for the absence of perimter protecting at various places and vertical netting, and for a failure to safeguard persons and property. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using a baker scaffold on the twenty fifth floor to perform tapping work. The scaffold was not properly erected, the wheels of the scaffold were not properly placed, and there were housekeeping issues present in the work area. As a result, the worker fell approximately six feet off of the scaffold. The worker was found conscious and was taken to a hospital for a checkup. An ECB Violation was issued for the presence of poor housekeeping under the scaffold. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all work on baker scaffolds. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for safe operation.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was installing rebar inside of column cages on the sixteenth floor. The worker was installing an eighteen foot long, approximately one hundred pound piece of rebar all by himself. When he listed the rebar about three feet, he lost control of the rebar and was thrown to the floor. The worker suffered a dislocated shoulder and was taken to a hospital. Three ECB Violations were issued, including a violation for the failure to maintain safety measures and a violation for the failure to provide a DOB-approved design drawing for climbing form work. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell form a baker scaffold. The worker was experiencing back pain and was taken to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrical worker was on the roof and using a band saw when he cut his middle finger one inch deep. The worker was alert and conscious and was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
A DOB inspector reported that a signal man was giving signals to a crane operator that was operating a mobile crane that had a a load on its hook. While giving signals, the signal man got his glove caught inbetween the crane’s main hoist cable and the sheave of a load block. The signal man suffered a severed left pinky finger and was taken to Bellevue Hospital. The inspector reported that the crane operator was in possession of a sixteen hour rigging card and had all required certifications, paper work, and logs on site. The other members of the work crew were also in possession of sixteen hour rigging cards. No enforcement action was deemed necessary, as it was determined that the incident occurred as the result of a worker error.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a roofer got some waterproofing material in his eyes while he was spraying. The roofer walked to an urgent care center.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber that was working in the basement slipped on water that was on the floor and hurt his knee. The worker went with another worker by car to see a doctor.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell from an “A”-Frame ladder and hurt his ankle. The worker went
to a hospital by ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was carrying a pail of sweeping compound on his shoulder when he lost control of the pail and the pail fell on his right leg. The worker was sent to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cutting off a tie-wire from an extension cord when he cut his hand with a cutting knife. The worker had his protective gloves on, but the knife went through the top of the glove, between the thumb and index finger. An ambulance was called.
A DOB inspector reported that a piece of the suspended scaffold system became dislodged at the roof level, fell twelve stories, and struck a workder in the head. The worker was taken to the nearest hospital in critical condition, but later succumbed to his injuries. A DOB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard and a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) were issued.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers using chainfalls to move on the ground the collar of a crane in order to position it into a better working position as part of a crane jumping operation. While the collar was being moved, one of the worker’s legs was pinned between the collar and a piece of the building. The worker was taken to Methodist Hospital by ambulance. The crane was not being used as of the time of the incident. The inspector reported that incident was caused by the use of inadequate means and methods in rigging by the Master Rigger. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A DOB Violation was also issued.
The New York City Fire Department requested that an inspection please be performed because a construction worker suffered a head injury after coming into contact with a grinder. The worker was in stable condition and suffered a broken nose. The worker was transported to a hospital by EMS and received butterfly stitches on his forehead. The worker was released from the hospital after treatment. A DOB inspector responed to the incident and visited the site and reported that the grinder was used contrary to the manufactuer’s specifications. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to maintain safe operations. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on the use of all grinders. A Means and Methods and a Tool Box Talk must be provided.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker on the top of a deck at the twenty third floor was cut on his arm by a circular saw. The worker was taken to a hospital by
ambulance.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his back while placing a chipping gun on the floor. An
ambulance was called.”
The Project Manager at the site reported that a female worker tripped on a temporary electrical conduit that was laying on the roof of the building. The worker suffered bruised knee and a swollen wrist and was taken to a hospital by ambulance. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued two ECB Violations: one violation for the presence of an unsupported aluminum pipe, and a second violation for there being no equipment ground provided for the disconnect of 200 amps that ran between the basement and the rooftop sub panel. Two DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was performing an electrical installation on an energized circuit in the bathroom. The worker suffered an 120 volt electrical shock. The worker was taken to Lenox Hill Health Plex, where he was pronounced dead. The inspector reported that the worker failed to de-energize the circuit before performing the electrical installation. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the presence of unapproved and unsafe wiring that had not been terminated, unsupported boxes, unsecured splice boxes, the failure to provide a GFCI, and the failure to provide a lamp guard for temporary lights, one violation for the failure to post an electrical permit, and one violation for the use of an electrical room as storage.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician cut
his arm while walking by a sharp object. The worker was driven to a hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was performing a window installation when he flipped over a piece of tube steel and got his index finger caught between the tube steel and the floor. The tip of the worker’s index finger was crushed. The worker went to a hospital by taxi.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a truck driver cut his finger while loading garbage. 911 was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped and fell into a 3’ X 3’ X 2’ deep hole during a rebar inspection in the cellar. The worker suffered a leg injury and an ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and confirmed the Site Safety Manager’s report. The inspector determined that the incident occurred as the result of a human error and that no enforcement action was necessary.
“A competent person at the site reported that a worker slipped off an “A”-Frame ladder. The worker went to a
hospital for a check up.”
“The Site Safety Manger reported that a worker stepped
on a nail. The worker walked to medic care for a check up.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was walking down a flight of stairs when he lost his balance on the bottom step and hurt his right foot. The worker
went to urgent care on his own.”
“The Construction Superintendent reported that an electrician that was working on a School Construction Authority (SCA) project cut his right thumb. The
electrician went to an out patient clinic.”
The Construction Superintendent reported that during a drilling operation, a section of a drill bit fell and hit a worker in the back.The worker was awake and conscious and was able to walk, but paramedics put the worker on a stretecher and took him to a hospital. The foreman at the site also went to the hospital to check on the worker. The Construction Superintendent reported that the worker had suffered minor bruises, with no broken bones, and was released from the hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that the Construction Superintendent’s license had expired. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was installing a light fixture when he tripped over the light fixture and hurt his knee. The worker went to a hospital
by ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a pedestrian was entering her building when she was hit in the head by a piece of debris that fell from a construction site. The pedestrian did not suffer any visible injuries, but an ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and and issued an ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) on all concrete work operations was also issued. A Means and Methods for safe operations must be provided.
“A DOB inspector reported that a worker was stripping plywood with two workers coming from behind him. The worker that was performing the stripping did not notify the other workers that he opened a hole, and the worker that was performing the stripping operation fell two stories through the hole. The worker was found conscious and was taken to an area hospital. The inspector observed that the protocol for a pre-task meeting for stripping operation was not followed up, and that there were house keeping issues present at the top floor that were recorded by the Site Safety Manager.
Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain or institute safety measures for construction operations, one violation for the failure to revise the pre-shift task meeting, and one violation for the failure to provide a Professional Engineering letter or design drawing for protection at large slab openings.
Three DOB Violations were also issued. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on concrete and stripping operations. A Means and Methods for the safe continuation of work must be provided.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was in the hoist with equipment when he got his foot caught under the equipment. The worker went to urgent care.
A DOB inspector reported that there was work being performed under the street level for the removal of existing Amtrak tracks and the installation of new steel for the relocation of an existing sub-station. An iron worker was installing steel decking when he fell approximately ten feet through a gap and suffered a fractured arm. The worker was found in stable condition and with his harness on, as the harness had to be cut off by EMS. The worker was taken to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A DOB Violation was also issued. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all steel work bering performed for the relocation of a sub-station.
The Site Safety Manager reported that there were workers that were backing up a trailer on the job site with flaggers when a bicyclist went around the flagger, slipped on wet pavement, and hurt his arm. The pavement was wet because of rain. The bicyclist did not hit the trailer. An ambulance was called.
A worker fell back and scrapped his arm against a trash chute. The worker went to a hospital for treatment. The worker received two stitches and returned to work.
A DOB inspector reported that contractors were performing interior demolition work on the fourth floor when the wood and plaster ceiling collapsed and injured five workers. Two of the workers were in serious condition and were taken to Bellevue Hospital. No structural damage was observed. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that during the hoisting of pipe scaffold frames from the fifth floor down to the interior of a stairs shaft, one of the frames got loose and hit the Construction Superintendent in the head on the second floor, knocking him unconscious. The worker was taken to Presbyterian Hospital in stable condition. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard all persons affected by construction operations, and one violation for work being performed that did not conform to approved plans. A partial Stop Work Order was issued for material hoist work and for supported scaffold work.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker performing form work when he got his finger pinched during an installation and suffered a cut to his finger. The
worker went to urgent care.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker in the
basement cut his right eye while moving rebar. The worker went to a City M.D. with a co-worker.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was experiencing back pain. The worker left the site to go to
a hospital on his own.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a steel worker was using a chain when the chain slipped out of his hand and pinched his left finger. The worker went to urgent
care.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker was on a man lift and working on a small piece of steel clip that was approximately 2″ X 4″ when he lost control of the clip and fell approximately 30′ inside the job site. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that the worker suffered a minor injury to his shoulder from the steel clip when the clip fell. The worker did not report the injury, and left the site without letting anyone know. An ambulance was not called. The worker later reported that he went to see a doctor. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to institute safety measures. A DOB Violation and a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was standing on a ladder that was behind a closed door when another worker opened the door and knocked the worker off of the ladder. The worker hit his head, and an ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for a failure to institute safety measures. A DOB Violation was also issued. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all door closure installations. A Means and Methods and a safe Controlled Access Zone area for ladder work during an installation must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was on a truck and receiving planks while dismantling a sidewalk shed when he lost his footing and fell off of the truck and onto a pedestrian. The pedestrian received aid from the onsite Sidewalk Shed company, Tri Borough Scaffolding. The pedestrian requested medical treatment. The FDNY responded to the request and visited the site, and examined both the worker that fell from the truck and the pedestrian. The worker was determined to be okay and returned to work, while the pedestrian as taken to a hospital. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard pedestrians and property, and one violation for a failure to provide a sidewalk shed as required. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving pipes when his right middle finger got caught between pipes. The worker went to the emergency room with his supervisor. An ambulance was not called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber was tightening a sprinkler pipe when he hit a stud and cut his finger. The worker walked to urgent care across the
street from the job site.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was on a ladder when he mis-stepped, fell off of the ladder, and pulled his back at. The worker went to urgent care.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a cleaning person was cleaning the apartments when she went down to the cellar, where there was construction work being performed. The cleaning person stepped walked off of the elevator and hit her foot on a man-lift that was left in the basement. The man-lift was in the basement because it was being used in construction work that was being perofrmed. The cleaning person went to urgent care on her own.
SThe Site Safety Manager reported that at a twenty six story new building that was under construction, a worker was cutting rebar with a chop saw when a fragment of the rebar hit him in the face. The worker did not appear to suffer any cuts. The worker went to see a private doctor.
The Site Safety Manager reported that at the foundation level of a twelve story new building, a worker was loading in plywood material when he pinched his left pinky finger between plywood. The worker was found alert and conscious and was taken to Lutheran Hospital for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a utility knife when he accidentally cut himself by mistake. The worker went to a City M.D.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers that were in the process of installing a sidewalk shed on top of a baker scaffold when one of the workers lost his footing and fell. During the fall, the worker lost his hard hat and bumped his forehead on a mud sill. The worker was found conscious and was taken to a local hospital. Two ECB Violations were issued to the General Contractor at the site: one violation for a failure to safeguard all persons and property affected by construction operations, as the supported scaffold did not feature any guardrails, and a second violation for a failure to provide a four hour supported scaffold user certificate. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers that were moving an “A”-Frame ladder that was overloaded with sheet metal when the “A”-Frame collapsed and fell onto the legs and feet of one of the workers. The worker was taken to Bellevue Hospital by ambulance for treatment. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the presence of unsafe working conditions and equipment, and a second violation for the absence of manufactuer specifications for the “A”-Frame. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all use of “A”- Frame ladders. A Tool Box Talk and a sequence for the handling of materials must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that during the alteration of an existing building, a worker was using an excavator to organize piping, while there was another worker that was standing behind the excavator. The excavator backed up without notice, and the worker that was standing behind the excavator was struck in the head by the bucket of the excavator. The worker was found alert and conscious and was taken to a nearby hospital. An ECB Violation was issue for the presence of unsafe conditions and equipment. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on handling material and plumbing operations.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hit his left eye while removing form work. The worker went to
urgent care on his own.”
The Project Manager at the site reported that a worker was on a scaffold when he slipped and fell while trying to move away from the rain. The worker hurt his shoulder and was taken to a hospital by EMS.
The Site Safety Manager and a DOB inspector reported that a worker was working on a deck when he unhooked his fall arrest system, lost his balance, and fell at the shaft way to the deck below. The worker went to urgent care, and the urgent care center called an ambulance to transport the worker to a hospital. The Site Safety Manager was not informed of the incident until the end of the day on August 3, 2018, and did not report the incident immediately to the Department Of Buildings because he wanted to have all of the facts of the incident before reporting it. Five ECB Violations were issued, including one violation for the unsafe storage of acetylene and oxygen tanks, one violation for poor housekeeping, one violation for the presence of uncapped rebar, one violation for the presence of unsecured reshore at the leading edge, and one violation for a failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident in a timely manner. Five DOB Violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that two workers were carrying rebar on the first floor when one of the workers lost his balance and hurt his shoulder. The injured worker went to urgent care on his own.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was coming down the stairs when he tripped and fell. The worker suffered a laceration to his back. EMS took the
worker to a hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was looking for a shovel when he slipped on form work in the cellar. The worker did not notify the Site Safety Manager of the incident until three hours after the incident occurred. The worker went to urgent care on his own.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was handling duct work when he cut his hand on sheet metal. The worker was found conscious and alert and was taken to Brooklyn Hospital for treatment. The worker required several stitches.
A DOB inspector reported that a side bracket for a supported scaffold collapsed at the third floor level with two workers that were laying bricks. The workers landed on the working level below, suffered minor injuries, and went to Bronx Care Health System Hospital. The collapse was caused by a loose clamp for the side bracket. As of the time of inspection, the working level was put back together. Four ECB Violations were issued: one Aggravated Level 2 violation for work being performed that was not in accordance with approved plans, one violation for the failure by one of the workers involved in the collapse to provide a supported scaffold training card, and for the foreman that was supervising the use of the supported scaffold being in possession of an expired supported scaffold training card, one violation for the failure to provide a pre-shift inspection log, and one violation for the failure to keep the equipment that was related to the construction incident untouched. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for the use of supported scaffolds was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that at an Alteration 1 job at a fifty eight story building, on the twenty-ninth floor, a worker mis-stepped while stepping onto a landing and twisted his ankle. The worker was found conscious and alert and was taken to New York Prebyterian Hospital for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was ripping plywood with a tablesaw when he cut his hand by accident. The worker was taken to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that the worker was using a cordless circular saw as per the manufacturer’s specifications.
Because of this, it was determined that the incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error, and that no enforcement action was necessary.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving metal angles around the site when he cut his arm on one of the metal angles. The worker went to an
emergency room on his own.”
A DOB inspector reported that approximately twenty four feet of parapet fell onto a public street. A pedestrian suffered an unconfirmed injury. The pedestrian was treated at the scene and released. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A DOB Violation was also issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell and hurt his chin while picking up rebar. The worker was
taken to a hospital.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was on the twelfth floor installing insulations inside of partition walls. He attempted to move some sheetrock that was behind a stack of sheetrock that was leaning against the wall in order to install insulating material when a stack of sheetrock fell on his ankle. The worker did not appear to have any visible injury, but complained of pain. The worker’s foreman took him to a hospital for a check up. No enforcement action was deemed necessary, as it was determined that this incident occurred as the result of worker error.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was stripping form work in the basement when a piece of plywood hit him in the shoulder. The worker went to a hospital by ambulance for a check up. The Site Safety Manager also reported that the worker will be returning to work.
The Project Manager at the site reported that a worker opened a roof hatch and fell approximately thirteen and a half feet through an opening. The worker suffered a fractured pelvis and elbow. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that no guardrails were provided around the opening at the roof, which caused the worker to fall. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to safeguard all persons and/or property affected by construction operations. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
“The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker was moving rebar when he hit himself in the mouth and chipped his tooth. The worker went to a medical office on
his own.”
“A DOB inspector reported that a worker was in the process of pulling a rope inside of a pull box that was next to an electrical panel. There was a knife laying inside of the panel. While the worker was pulling the rope, the vibration caused the knife inside of the panel to fall. The knife nipped the worker’s hand and crossed the electric phases, which caused a short that produced an electrical arc that was contained inside the panel. One of the other workers at the site thought that the worker that was nipped by the knife was either receiving an electrical shock or had suffered an injury from the arching.
Because of this, the other worker kicked the worker that was nipped by the knife out of the way, causing him to fall and hit his head on a pulling machine, rendering him unconscious. The worker was taken to a hospital, where he was kept for observation. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was cutting a pipe with a bend saw when he cut his finger tip. The worker went home to see his doctor. A co-worker
went with him.”
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker fell on the first floor. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that no one at the site knew the worker’s name, and that there was no report of the incident given. An ECB Violation and a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) were issued for a violation of the responsibility for safety under Building Code Chapter 3301.1.1.
A DOB inspector reported that at the construction of a new nine story residential building, there was a pipe scaffold that was in the process of being removed. While the workers were taking down the sideand end bracket from the sixth floor level of the scaffold with a rope pulley, the bracket hit one of the workers that was standing on the fourth floor of the scaffold by his hard hat. The struck worker was found conscious and responsive and was taken to a local hospital for a check up. Two ECB Violations were issued: one Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard, and one violation for the installation of needles beams that were contrary to the approved plan issued to the scaffold company. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for the dismantling of a supported scaffold was also issued.
“The Construction Superintendent reported that an electrician at the site was on an “”A””-Frame ladder when he missed a step, fell, and hurt his foot. The electrician
was taken to a hospital by ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a wire around a pipe when he lost his grip and the wire slid, hitting him on the side of the head. The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a wire around a pipe when he lost his grip and the wire slid, causing the pipe to hit him on the side of the head. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving a cast iron pipe when he twisted his ankle. The worker went to urgent care for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a painter had finished his work using a spray gun and went to clean the machine. The worker had taken off his safety glasses when he disconnected the spray gun from the hose. Dirty water went into the worker’s eye. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance in order to have his eyes cleaned.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was stripping concrete form work. The worker was tied off, but his retractable cable did not release, jerking him backwards and causing him to fall. The worker suffered bruises on his back The worker went to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for inadequate safety measures. A DOB Violation was also issued. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all form work and stripping operations. A Means and Methods for safe stripping and form work operations, and to check workers’ Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), must be provided.
“A DOB inspector reported that there was an electrician that was drawing wires on the fifty-seventh floor when he stepped on plywood that was used to cover a floor opening for mechanical duct work. The plywood that was used for the floor covering was not in proper condition and was not secured to the floor. The plywood did not have the capacity to carry the worker’s load and when the worker stepped on it, the plywood split into two parts and his leg went through the opening. The worker’s leg was cut by a rebar that was protruding from the floor.
The worker was transported to a hospital by ambulance. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to maintain safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all work on the fifty-seventh floor and in proxmity of floor openings and shafts.”
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers that were moving a diesel fuel container on a dolly when they lost balance on the sidewalk, causing the diesel fuel to splash a pedestrian that was standing on the sidewalk. The cap of the barrel was broken and was not closed during its transfer out of the construction site. The pedestrian was transported to a hospital by EMS. The workers that were moving the diesel fuel container did not have a Certificate Of Fitness from the Fire Department. The job did not have a Fire Department permit for the storage and use of diesel fuel at the site. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to safeguard persons and property, one violation for the handling of flammable liquid without an FDNY Certificate Of Fitness, and one violation for the storage and use of flammable liquid at the site without an FDNY permit. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was installing an exterior panel when he cut his finger on a
metal clip. The worker went to a clinic.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker in the basement was removing some debris when he was stuck in the hand by a hypodermic needle. The worker went to
a hospital.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell off of an extension ladder on the seventeenth floor and hurt his head and arm. An ambulance was called and took the worker to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for a failure to institute safety measures. A DOB Violation was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that at a new building that was under construction, a worker was working in the basement when his helmet was struck by a falling metal post. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance, and was released from the hospital without injury. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard the public and property during construction operations. A DOB Violation was also issued. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued to the job site.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was walking down the stairs when he tripped on the last step and bumped his head. The worker went to a City M.D.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a pedestrian in a wheelchair was going over a ramp in the walkway and flipped backwards in the wheelchair. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for the presence of a ramp that was inadequate for wheelchair accessibility. A DOB Violation was also issued. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for the use of a hydrant hose covered by a ramp on a pedestrian walkway.
The New York City Fire Department requested that an inspection please be performed due to a worker falling from a scaffold. A DOB inspector responded and visited the site and reported that the General Contractor was in the process of dismantling a supported scaffold. While a truck as being loaded, the parapet panel from the sidewalk shed collapsed, causing the worker to fall. The worker was conscious and was able to move his arms. The worker suffered minor injuries and was taken to a hospital. Two ECB Violations was issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard, as the work area was overstocked, which caused the parapet panel to collapse, and one violation was issued to the Construction Superintendent for the failure to perform duties, as the Construction Superintendent allowed the work area to become overstocked with materials. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on facade work and the removal of a supported scaffold.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker stepped on a nail. The worker went to urgent care.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker on the twenty-eighth floor was getting ready for his work day when a reshore fell from its position and hit him in the shoulder. The worker went to a City M.D. A DOB inspector was on site as of the time of the incident and reported that there was formwork leaning against the reshores, which caused the reshore that struck the worker to fall. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute safety measures. A DOB Violation was also issued. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was cutting metal straps to remove drill rods of a bundle during a crane footing installation when the metal straps snapped and a drill rod section rolled down and hit the worker’s foot. The worker’s foreman called EMS and the worker was taken to a hospital for treatment. The worker did not suffer any broken bones. The worker was later released from the hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. The General Contractor was directed to provide a Means and Methods for the loading and unloading of drilling and construction material.
A DOB inspector reported that a female pedestrian was sprayed in the face by hydraulic oil while waiting for the bus. The pedestrian was taken to an area hospital by ambulance. A hydraulic oil line had ruptured in the auger while cutting for a secant pile wall in the northeast corner of the site on the West 23rd Street side, causing hydraulic oil to spray onto the sidewalk and street. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for the failure to safeguard pedestrians. A DOB Violation was also issued. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued. The contractor is to immediately install concrete barriers along West 23rd Street, as per the Site Safety Plan, in order to protect pedestrians.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was on stilts doing taping work when he either tripped or lost his balance and fell, hurting his wrist and ribs. An
ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that while working on a forty-four story new building, a worker got his foot caught between formwork at the interior staircase that was being formed at the second floor. The worker was taken to Elmhurst Hospital by ambulance for treatment. The worker was alert and conscious as of the time that the ambulance arrived.
A DOB inspector reported that during a support of excavation operation, a welder was injured by a 12″ X 12″ boulder that fell from the support of exacavation waller. The welder was approximately four feet from the ground when he was hit in the shoulder by the boulder. The welder was found conscious and was taken to a hospital for treatment. A CAT scan and a sonogram were performed on the worker, but no internal injuries were found. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for the failur to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued on support of excavation work and welding operations. The contractor has been directed to bring the construction documents in for review.
The Site Safety Manager reported that two workers were hanging HVAC duct work when one of the workers lost his balance and the duct work hit him in the head. The worker suffered a cut to his forehead. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving a man lift when he ran over his own foot. The worker felt slight pain and went to see a medic.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a concrete buggy had stalled and rolled over the machine operator’s foot while the operator was exiting the machine. The operator was transported to a local hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a circular saw when the saw kicked back and cut the worker’s finger. The worker went to urgent care.
“A DOB inspector reported that there were workers that were working on the ninth floor scaffolding at the exterior when a brick came off and hit a pedestrian that was on the roadway at exposure two. The pedestrian was in stable condition, but may have possibly suffered two broken toes. The pedestrian was taken to a hospital. The pipe scaffold was found to not be fully adequately enclosed at the ends, with holes in some locations.
Debris was not removed at the end of the shift as of the time of inspection. Three ECB Violations were issued: one Aggravated Level 2 violation for a failure to safeguard, one violation for the absence of an approved Site Safety Plan at the site, and one violation for the absence of an Occupant Protection Plan for the freight, hallway, and office spaces. Three DOB Violations were also issued. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. A Means and Methods for the safe continuation of work must be provided.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was on twelve foot high “A”-Frame ladder on the twelfth floor performing duct work when he fell from the ladder and hit his head on a ramp. It is not known from what height did the worker fall. The worker was conscious and alert and was taken to Cornell Medical Center for treatment.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was doing exterior work at the second floor level at exposure one when he fell through the gap between the top deck of the sidewalk shed and the face of the building, landing on the ground floor. The worker possibly suffered a broken wrist and was taken to a hospital. The sidewalk shed deck was not tight to the structure, as there was a gap that was covered by a tarp. Two ECB Violations were issued: one Aggravated Level 2 violation for a failure to safeguard the public and property, due to the failure to close the gap between the top deck of the sidewalk shed and the face of the building, and one violation for the performance of work that does not conform to the approved plans, as the scaffold was not vertically and horizontally tied into the structure at every second frame. Two partial Stop Work Orders (PSWO) were issued: one PSWO for exterior work from the sidewalk shed level, and a second PSWO for the use of a supported scaffold.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was stripping formwork at the foundation level when he was hit in the head by a piece of metal that fell approximately ten to fifteen feet. The worker was wearing his hard hat and was taken to Lincoln Hospital, where he was treated for a concussion. Two ECB Violations were issued: one Aggravated Level 2 violation for a failure to safeguard, and one violation for work that was not conforming to the approved plan, as the contractor was using plywood as formwork. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued for all stripping operations and for the erection of concrete formwork. The contractor has been directed to bring the construction documents in for review. A Means and Methods for the erection and removal of concrete form work must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a woman tripped under the sidewalk shed at the job site. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector was on site and issued an ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard, as there was a tripping hazard present between a fence and a tree. The woman tripped because there was no clear 5′ walkway. A DOB Violation was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was working close to a temporary light that wasn’t properly installed when he came too close and got shocked by live wire. The worker did not suffer any visual injuries, but was transported to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safe operations. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on work within ten feet of temporary lights. A Means and Methods must be provided.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was
performing tile work when he cut his finger on a piece of tile. The worker went to urgent care.”
The Construction Superintendent reported that a Department Of Buildings inspector was at the site when his foot got caught between the site door and the porch step. The inspector lost his balance and hurt his knee. The inspector left the site to go back to the office, and then to urgent care.
The Site Safety Manager reported that two workers were lifting a power trowel when one of the workers lost his grip, causing the power trowel to fall on his hand. The worker went to urgent care.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a drill to cut a hole in the wall when he slipped and cut his hand. The worker left the site and went to a City
M.D.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker claimed to have tripped and fell during a plumbing inspection on the thirty second floor. The worker claimed to have fallen around 11:00 AM, but did not report the incident until 2:00 PM. The worker went to urgent care.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician accidentally cut his left palm with a razor knife while cutting tubing. The worker went to see an off-site medic.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a pedestrian tripped on an MTA steel plate that was on a pedestrian walkway. The pedestrian suffered an injury to their left knee. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that the pedestrian walkway had a tripping hazard near the grating, which caused the pedestrian to trip. The area was being repaired as of the time of inspection. An ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard was issued. A DOB Violation was also issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker claimed that a piece of plywood fell on his right hand and bruised his knuckle. The worker went to urgent care for
treatment.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was performing stripping work on the second floor when his forearm was punctured by a piece of a nail. The worker was taken to Bellevue Hospital.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a plumber was using a cord drill on the second floor when he hit a piece of steel. The machine twisted and cut the plumber’s right forearm. The worker was transported to a hospital by ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving a ladder when he slipped on a piece of BX cable and fell. The worker suffered an injury to his back. An
ambulance was called.”
“The New York City Fire Department reported that a worker fell down the stairs while carrying material. The worker was experiencing back pains and was
transported to a hospital by EMS.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving a ladder when he knocked over a reshore that him him in his calve. The worker went to urgent care.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a gas saw to cut a granite curb stone when the stone kicked back and lacerated his shoulder. EMS was
called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was changing position on a rebar. The worker was wearing his harness, and removed his harness to be able to move to a different location. The worker misstepped, fell approximately six feet, and suffered injuries to his right arm and leg. The workeer was found alert and awake and was taken to Harlem Hospital for treatment. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that there was no enforcement action necessary, as the incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error.
A DOB inspector reported that an elevator worker claimed that he was struck by debris that fell from the eighth floor while he was was working on top of an elevator car at the seventh floor. The worker was transported to a hospital, where he received one stitch and was released. The inspector observed an enclosed elevator core with block and core board from the cellar to the machine room with no penetrations at the machine room and no active work at other cars. No debris or other materials were found at the top of the car and elevator pit. The inspector also found permits for temporary work for the elevators that were current. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
The Site Safety manager reported that a worker was coming down from the bulkhead to the roof on a ladder while holding some objects. The worker missed a step and fell on his knee on the third rung of the ladder. The worker went home to see a doctor. It was not known what the worker was holding as he was coming down the ladder.
A DOB inspector reported that during a stripping operation on the wall on the cellar floor, a panel of formwork that was approximately 4′ X 3′ popped out and hit a worker. There was no Controlled Access Zone and no safety measures in place at the lower level while the overhead operation was in progress, which created a hazardous condition.Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain safety measures, and one violation for a work platform that was improperly erected. Two partial Stop Work Orders (PSWO) were issued: One for stripping operations, and one for the erection of work platforms. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician tripped on a piece of plywood that was being used to cover a hole on the floor. The electrician injured his lower back. An ambulance took the electrician to the hospital for a check up.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker had got his finger pinched between a scissor lift cage and a steel beam during the removal of fire retardant material. An
ambulance was called.”
A DOB inspector reported that while the double deck platform of a multiple-fixed scaffold that was on top of a sidewalk shed was being assembled, the scaffold platforms folded and hit one of the workers erecting the platform in his knees. The worker was taken to Jamaica Hospital, where it was reported that the worker did not suffer any broken bones. The worker was released from the hospital. The worker was in possession of a valid OSHA card and a valid scaffold card. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the installation of a supported scaffold, one violation for an installation that was contrary to the approved plan, one violation for a failure to safeguard, and one violation for the absence of guard rails and secure pins. Two partial Stop Work Orders (PSWO) were issued: one PSWO for the use of a suspended fixed scaffold, and one PSWO for the use of a supported scaffold.
A DOB inspector reported that while workers were assembling and securing a baker scaffold to a steel column, the baker scaffold was pushed by strong wind and struck a worker in the head. The worker was taken down from the building by the New York City Fire Department’s emergency team and transported to Coney Island Hospital by ambulance. All scaffold users at the site were found to have been in possession of a valid training card. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard persons and property. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for the use of a baker scaffold. A Means and Methods must be provided.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was unloading a shower glass panel when the glass broke and cut the worker’s hand and knee. The worker went to
urgent care.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was picking up a bag of mortar when he injured his back.
EMS was called.”
A DOB inspector reported that an electrician was working on a twenty-second floor and hooking up an air conditioning pump when the worker was electrocuted. The worker succumbed to his injuries. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for after-hours work being performed without an after-hours variance, and one violation issued for a failure to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and two DOB Violations were also issued. The Department Of Buildings’ Electrical Unit performed a follow up inspection and reported that the electrician had failed to de-energize the electrical circuit while the work was in progress, and that there was an active permit for work between the twenty second and twenty fourth floors. The Electrical Unit did not issue a violation, because the incident was determined to have been caused by a worker’s error.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was stripping caulking from the windows on the cellar floor with a box cutting knife when the knife slipped and caused a cut to the worker’s left arm. An ambulance transported the worker to a hospital for treatment
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker claimed to have fallen approximately six feet from a ladder. The worker suffered a shoulder injury. No one saw the worker fall. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped while going down the stairs on the thirty-third floor. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and determined that no enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped and fell on rebar. The worker suffered an injury to his pinky finger and went to a hospital on his own. A DOB inspector visited the site and determined that no enforcement action was necessary, as the incident was caused by a worker’s error. The inspector issued two ECB Violations for infractions that were not related to the incident: one violation for work being performed contrary to the approved Site Safety Plan, and one violation for the presence of horizontal netting that was not in code compliance. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued, but not in relation to the incident.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was working on a pull box when he cut his finger by the edge of the box. The electrician panicked and called an
ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker sat on a gang box and cut his left ring finger by the gang box. The worker went to a hospital on his own for treatment. The incident occurred on September 7, 2018, but was not reported until September 10, 2018.
The New York City Fire Department requested that an inspection please be performed due to a trench collapse. A DOB inspector, as well as DOB engineers, responded to the incident and visited the site, and reported that a partial support of excavation system collapse had occurred. The collapse resulted in the fatality of a worker. The inspector reported that the collapse due to the presence of improper shoring of an unbalanced masonry wall and improper underpinning work. A DOB Violation and a full Stop Work Order were issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker
scratched his shin on rebar. The worker went to urgent care. An ambulance was not called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was drilling in concrete when the tool jammed, spun around, and struck the worker above the eye. The worker went home for the day to see his doctor. The incident occurred on September 12, 2018, but was not reported until September 13, 2018.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was performing carving work on a stucco when he was cut under his shin by a trowel. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker pinched his finger by the choker while rigging a piece of metal. The on site medic treated the worker and sent him
to urgent care.”
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker fell onto the fouth floor working platform from a height between the fifth and sixth floor. The worker suffered a broken elbow and was taken to a hospital. The Department of Building’s Emergency Response Team responded to the incident and visited the site, but was unable to inspect the work area. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A DOB Violation was also issued. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for work on the exposure 3 facade.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cutting a piece of sheet metal when he got a piece of metal in his eye. An ambulance was called to take the worker to a hospital for a check up.
A DOB inspector reported that four workers were dragging a scaffolding frame that had planks on it when one of the planks fell off of the scaffold and hit one of the workers in the head. The worker was wearing his Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and was in stable condition, but felt dizzy. EMS was called and the worker was transported to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for the presence of un-secured equipment on a scaffold. A partial Stop Work Order (SWO) was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was walking towards a stairway when he turned his head and hit the threaded rod of a beach pulley system that was being used for a curtain wall installation. The worker suffered a cut to his head and was taken to a hospital by ambulance for treatment.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers cleaning a concrete pump after concrete was poured onto the stairs on the first floor when pressure built up and a hose knocked one of the workers down. The worker was found conscious and was taken to a hospital by ambulance. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain safety measures, as a safety orientation was not conducted before the concrete operation began, a second violation for the absence of an adequate concrete washout box, and a third violation for the failure to comply with the manufacturer’s specification, as an inspection of the concrete pump was not performed before it was used. Two partial Stop Work Orders (PWO) were issued on all concrete pouring and pumping operations. The General Contractor must provide a Means and Methods for safe concrete pouring and pumping.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was doing ductwork in the cellar floor for an air conditioning unit in the basement. The worker was standing on top of the air conditioning unit and fell backwards approximately seven feet, landing on a concrete floor. The worker was found conscious, but suffered a compound fracture to his left ankle and was taken to a hospital by ambulance. The worker was not using a safety harness at the time of the incident, and there was no fall protection in place. Two ECB Violations were issued: one to the General Contractor, and one to the Sub Contractor, for a failure to maintain safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued on all duct and air conditioning work. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job, as well as Tool Box Talks.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was walking on a stripping floor when something went into the worker’s eye. The on-site medic cleaned the worker’s eye and sent him to a City M.D. for a check up. The worker returned to work.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was moving a cart that was loaded with thirteen sheet rocks. The cart was overloaded and unbalanced, and toppled while the worker was trying to move it. The worker suffered an injury to his left leg and was taken to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for the unsafe handling of materials. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for safe material handlings with a worker’s orientation.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got dust in his eye. The worker went to a first med.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was dismantling a baker scaffold when a plank fell and pinched his foot. The worker was taken to a hospital by a
co-worker.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker removed temporary barricades that were bolted to the floor, and then tripped on one of the bolts and hit his head. An ambulance was called to take the worker to a hospital. The inspector did not observe any hazardous conditions in the area, and determined that the incident occurred as a result of a worker’s error. However, an ECB Violation was issued for the removing of the bolts from the area before the inspection was performed.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber cut his finger while cutting a pipe. The worker went to urgent
care by taxi.”
A DOB inspector reported that at a one family, two story not for profit building, the property owner cut the foundation wall at rear exposure 4 in order to create an opening for a doorway to the cellar. The foundation wall was 6′ X 6′ X 14″. However, while in the process of cutting the wall, the wall fell on the property owner. The owner suffered a broken leg. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard, one violation for work being performed without a DOB-issued permit, and one violation for the presence of inadequate housekeeping. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued. Three DOB Violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his forearm while using a box cutting knife. The worker went to urgent care and will return to work.
A DOB inspector reported that during a pumping operation, pressure had built up inside of a hose, causing the hose to bounce and knock down two workers. One of the two workers went to a hospital; the other worker remained on-site. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain safety measures during pumping operations, as the pump was not inspected before use, which caused the incident, and a second violation for the use of a concrete pump contrary to the manufacturer’s specifications. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that workers were using a pallet jack to move a component of a boiler unit inside of the boiler room on the roof. The component was approximately 4′ X 2′ and 7′ high. Balance was lost, and the component of the boiler unit fell over onto two workers. One worker suffered a shoulder injury, and the second worker suffered a broken leg. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard persons and property affected by construction operations, and one violation for the failure to provide a safety orientation on the hazardous conditions of the job. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that while in the processing of dismantling an exterior personal hoist, the worker went on top of a hoist car that was at grade level to close the latch of the hatch door. The worker fell from the hoist and suffred an injury to his arm. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance, where he was reported to be in stable condition. The worker had his safety harness on, but was not tied off. Four ECB Violations were issued: two violations (one to the General Contractor, one to the hoist company) for the absence of an effective fall protection system, one violation for the removing of equpment involved in an incident before inspection, and one violation for the presence of inadequate guard rails. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for all work within six feet of the leading edge was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was moving pipes from a rack when the pipes rolled over and hit the worker in his eye. The worker was treated by the on-site medic before being sent to urgent care. The incident occurred on September 18, 2018, but was not reported until September 19, 2018. This incident, as well as Incident Number 26743 and Incident Number 26744, all occurred during the same job. In response to all three of these incidents, an ECB Violation was issued for the unsafe handling of materials. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all material handling, including deliveries. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods, with a Tool Box Talk, for safe material handling and the safe operation of the job.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was working on an “A”-Frame ladder when he missed a step and fell from the ladder. The worker suffered an injury to his leg. The worker walked down and his foreman took him to urgent care for a check up.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was installing an electric sign when he received a shock. The electrician went with a co-worker to urgent care for a
check up.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was walking through an area where concrete was poured the previous day when he tripped on a piece of form work. The worker did not fall, but he hit his head on form work. The worker walked to the on-site medic, and the on-site medic sent the worker to a hospital for evaluation.
The Site Safety Manager, and a DOB inspector, reported that a worker was cut his finger while cutting sheet rock. The worker went to urgent care. This incident, as well as Incident Number 26742 and Incident Number 26743, all occurred during the same job. In response to all three of these incidents, an ECB Violation was issued for the unsafe handling of materials. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all material handling, including deliveries. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods, with a Tool Box Talk, for safe material handling and the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker’s left index finger got pinched while loading materials. The worker was treated by the on-site medic, and the medic then sent the worker to urgent care. This incident, as well as Incident Number 26742 and Incident Number 26744, all occurred during the same job. In response to all three of these incidents, an ECB Violation was issued for the unsafe handling of materials. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all material handling, including deliveries. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods, with a Tool Box Talk, for safe material handling and the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was hoisting, by hand, a 4’ X 4’ section of prefabricated form work into place when the section of prefabricated form work fell onto the worker. The worker suffered a laceration to his head and was examined by an on-site medical facility. The worker was then escorted to a local urgent care center. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for the area where the incident occurred. A DOB Violation was also issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker suffered a cut to his right finger while picking up a bundle of metal. The worker walked to an urgent care center for
treatment.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a delivery truck was entering the site when it ran over the foot of the flagman. The flagman suffered a minor injury. An
ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was doing form work on the sixth floor deck when the worker slipped and fell about three feet into a beam pocket. The worker hit his back. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for a failure to maintain safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the covering of beam pockets during form work operations.
The Site Safety Manager reported that workers were loading windows on an “A”-Frame at the loading dock when a window slid and a worker got his hand caught between windows. The worker suffered a cut to his hand and went to a hospital for treatment.
“A DOB inspector reported that during a material delivery at the thirty-ninth floor, a pallet of cement on a floor jack was accidentally lowered onto another worker’s hand.
The injured worker’s finger was swollen, and the injured worker went to a hospital with another worker to have x- rays performed on his finger. The inspector reported that the incident occurred due to a miscommunication between a worker that was installing 2′ X 4′ cribing and a worker that was lowering the pallet of cement. As of the time of inspection, all safeguards were in place at the thirty-ninth floor and no hazardous conditions were observed. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker in the sub-cellar tripped and suffered a cut to his left arm. An
ambulance was called.”
A DOB inspector reported that during a stair installation at the tenth floor level, a steel spreader that was approximately 0.5″ X 0.5″ X 2′ fell from the tenth floor and struck a worker that was on the sixth floor set back. The struck worker complained of back pain and was taken to a hospital by ambulance. A controlled access zone was not provided to prevent work from being performed at the sixth floor set back and the tenth floor perimeter at the same time. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safety measures at the job site. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a brick layer dropped a concrete masonry unit (CMU) on his hand. The tip of the brick layer’s hand was severed. The brick layer was transported to a local hospital by the job foreman.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was standing on loose dirt while collecting debris when the pile of dirt moved, which caused the worker to fall approximately six feet into a pit. The worker suffered a broken leg and was taken to a hospital. The incident occurred because there was an unsafe demolition operation taking place. Eight total ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard persons and property, one violation for the presence of a fence that was missing sections, one violation for the presence of poor housekeeping, as there was excessive debris at the site, one violation for the failure to protect an adjacent property, one violation for the absence of guard rails, one violation for there being inadequate Construction Superintendent logs kept, one violation for the presence of storage on a sidewalk shed that was contrary to the approved plan, and one violation for the presence of missing light bulbs under the sidewalk shed. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued to stop all work at the site, except for the securing of the work area. The General Contractor is to make the area safe and provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker fell off of a six foot “A”-Frame ladder. The worker suffered pain to his back and ankle, and was taken to a hospital by ambulance. A DOB inspector respodned to the incident and reported that the incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was passing a piece of plywood to another worker when the plywood slipped out of his hand and struck the worker on the nose. A co-worker took the struck worker to a clinic. The worker received treatment and then returned to work. The incident occurred on Thursday, September 27, 2018, but was not reported until Friday, September 28, 2018.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker dislocated his shoulder while lifting a bundle of
insulation. An ambulance was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his finger while loading shores onto racks. The worker was
driven to a first med.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that there were workers that were moving metal rails near an elevator when one of the workers lost control of a rail and the rail fell on his toe. The worker had blood clotting under the nail and went to a hospital by ambulance for a check up.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker was shaking out Q-Decking when he stepped back and fell from the fifth floor Q-Deck to the fourth floor concrete floor. The worker was found bleeding from his head, but was conscious. An ambulance was on site. A DOB inspector resonded to the incident and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for a failre to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued. Four additional ECB Violations will be issued; one violation for the failure to provide proitection for the adjacent property, one violation for the presence of inadequate guardrails, one violation for the presence of inadequate netting, and one violation for the failure to use Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) while working on the fifth floor Q-Deck.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his back while picking up materials. The worker was taken to a hospital by a co-worker. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was carrying material when he slipped and suffered an arm injury. The worker was taken to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was inserting a fastening pin when he hit his hand with a hammer. The worker was transported to a local hospital
by a co-worker.”
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was carrying a concrete block when he tripped, fell, and hit his face on the pavement. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that the worker tripped over an electrical wire. An ECB Violation was issued for poor housekeeping. A DOB Violation was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that there were contractors performing stripping operations on the first floor when a worker removed a reshore that was supporting a temporary platform that was used to access a ladder leading to the cellar. When the platform gave out, a worker fell twelve feet to the floor. The worker was found conscious and was taken to a nearby hospital, where it was reported that he had suffered minor injuries. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to maintian safe operations. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all stripping work. No other violating conditions were observed, and all of the workers at the site were in possession of OSHA cards. The contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for safe stripping operations.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a hammer on form work on the first floor when the hammer deflected and hit the worker in the head. The worker had his hard hat on, but suffered a minor cut. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was tightening a bolt with a wrench when the wrench slipped in his hand and hit him on the lips. The on-site medic examined the worker and recommended that he be sent to a hospital for further evaluation.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker was pulling up a “Q”-Deck when a nail hit him in the eye. The worker went to urgent care with another co-worker.
A DOB inspector reported that at a five story elementary school, a worker was removing concrete off of a window header while a custodian was cleaning one of the classrooms for the next day. While the concrete was being removed from the window header, the custodian was struck on the head and shoulder by the interior plaster above the window header. The custodian was taken to Saint Barnabas Hospital by ambulance. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for the second level exterior east courtyard area. A DOB Violation was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an elderly woman was walking up a ramp that was underneath the sidewalk shed when she fell. The woman fell, but did not trip. The woman denied medical attention. A DOB inspector visited the site and reported that the evidence of the incident was tampered with. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to protect pedestrians from material storage in the roadway, one violation the absence of a Department Of Transportation permit for the closing of the pedestrian walkway, one violation for the absence of rebar caps, and one violation for the absence of guardrails. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all work twenty feet from the fence at exposure 1. Four DOB Violations were also issued. Tampering with evidence, due to woman falling on ramp in walkway. Failure to protect pedestrians from material storage in roadway No DOT permit for closing pedestrian walkway Missing rebar caps Missing guardrails.
“The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker was climbing down from a ladder when he fell approximately ten feet. The worker suffered a minor injury. An
ambulance was called.”
A DOB inspector reported that at a four story new building, a worker was installing a steel “I”-Beam at the third floor when the worker fell off from the third floor block wall at exposure four and landed on the roof of the adjoining two story building at 21-16 45 Road. The worker was not wearing his harness as of the time of the incident. The worker suffered non life-threatening injuries and was transported to a hospital. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard the public and property. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his finger while pushing a mini-dumpster. An ambulance was called to send the worker for treatment.
A DOB inspector reported that there were two workers that were moving a steel reshore when a collar slid and hit a worker’s hand. The worker suffered a cut to his finger and went to an emergency center, where he received two switches to his thumb. The worker wanted to return to work later in the day, but was given two days off. The collar was not properly threaded down to prevent movement during handling. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error, and no enforcement action was taken.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using a lull to unload heating units and equipment from a truck. As a heating unit was placed on the ground, it tilted and fell on a workering that was standing nearby. The worker suffered cuts and bruises to his leg and back and was sent to Coney Island Hospital by ambulance. The worker was that was operating the lull was inexperienced and did not have certification to operate the lull. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard persons and property, one violation for the absence of a safety zone around the hazardous operation, and one violation for the absence of a flag person. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all equipment and material handling, including deliveries. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was making repairs to a cocoon system when he fell from the sixteenth floor to the fifteenth floor and landed on unprotected rebar. The worker suffered non life- threatening injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that the worker fell through an eighteen inch opening from Doka form work that was contrary to the plan that was on site. Four ECB Violations were issued: one Aggravated Level 2 violation for a failure to safeguard, one violation for work being performed contrary to the approved plan, one violation for the absence of rebar caps, and one violation for the absence of an fall arrest system. The General Contractor will either conform to the plan or amend the design shown on the plan. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all concrete work. Four DOB Violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was on the sidewalk shed performing demolition work when a roll-down gate that was approximately seven hundred pounds fell approximately six feet and rolled onto the worker’s shin and leg. The worker was found in stable condition, but was not able to walk. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for the performance of an unsafe demolition operation. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all demolition operations and material handling. A DOB Violation was also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods and a safety orentation.
A DOB inspector reported that on the twenty-first floor, two workers were using a dolly to transport sheetrock when the workers lost control and the sheetrock fell and hit both of the workers. One of the workers suffered a broken wrist, and the second worker injured his leg. Both workers were transported to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safe operations. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued to stop all material handling, including deliveries. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for safe operations, along with a Tool Box Talk.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut their finger while picking up metal studs. The worker went to a hospital. This incident occurred on 10/5/2018, but was not reported until 10/8/2018.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his leg while picking up a piece of plywood form work. The worker had a small red mark on his leg. The worker called an ambulance himself. This incident took place early in the morning, but was not reported until 11:30 AM.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker was swinging a sledgehammer when he hit a metal stud and cut his finger. The worker went to a hospital.
A DOB inspector reported that a concrete worker was stripping forms around the elevator shaft on the fifth floor mezzanine level when the upper portion of form, which was approximately seventy-five to one hundred pounds, fell on the worker, causing injuries to the worker’s right shoulder, ribs, hip, and forearm. The worker left the site and walked to Harlem Hospital to receive medical attention, but then returned to work to inform the Site Safety Manager of the incident. A Tool Box Talk for stripping form procedures was conducted in the morning, and the injured worker was present and signed the meeting notes. However, the Means and Methods were not followed or enforced, which resulted in the injury to the worker. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard, and one violation for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident in a timely manner. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and two DOB Violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cutting drywall with a sheetrock hand saw when her hand slipped and the worker cut her hand with the sheetrock saw. The worker went to an area hospital, received stitches, and was then told by the doctor to return to work. It was determined that this incident occurred as a result of the worker’s error. No enforcement action was necessary.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his elbow on a door frame. The worker went to urgent care
on his own.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker injured
his ankle while coming down a gang ladder. An ambulance was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was sliding a steel raker beam when his finger got pinched. The worker went to a walk-in clinic, received stitches,
and returned to work.”
A DOB inspector reported that there was façade repair work in progress that was using “C”-Hook suspended scaffolding. The coping stone that was underneath the “C”-Hook suspended scaffolding came loose, fell, and hit two workers that were on the scaffold then fell onto the sidewalk shed, causing damage. Both workers were transported to a hospital. One of the workers was in critical condition, and eventually succumbed to his injuries. A full Stop Work Order was issued to stop all work at the site except for the performance of safety work, which includes the repair of the sidewalk shed. A DOB Violation for a failure to safeguard was also issued. Many unsafe conditions were found at the site, and all of the unsafe conditions will be addressed by issuing the appropriate violations. The General Contractor is to provide an incident report and a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was climbing down an “A”-Frame ladder when he missed the third step up from the ladder and fell approximately three feet. An ambulance was called. This injury occurred as the result of a worker’s error.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a platform ladder on a delivery truck blew off of the truck due to high wind and struck a worker’s right ankle. The worker suffered a minor injury went to a City M.D. with the Site Safety Manager.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was erecting steel when he cut a finger on his left hand. The worker suffered a minor injury. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker twisted his back while chipping concrete on the roof. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was loading a small concrete mix tub onto a lull when the concrete mix tub tilted onto the worker’s foot. The worker suffered a bruised foot. The worker was able to walk. An ambulance was called.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker fell off of a ladder located at the basement level. The worker was suffering from back pain and was taken to a local hospital. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the presence of unsafe conditions, one violation for working with an expired sidewalk shed permit, one violation for working without a permit for a pipe scaffold, and one violation for a failure to safeguard all persons and property. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that during an excavation operation, there were contractors that hit an electrical cable that was encased in concrete. A piece of concrete hit the worker in the face and caused a cut below the worker’s eye. The worker was taken to a walk-in clinic. Con Edison was notified of the incident and was en route as of the time of the inspector’s visit to address the exposed electrical cable. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued for the entire site. Additional violating conditions were also observed during the inspection.
The Site Safety Manager at 250 South Street, John Denora, reported on 10/24/2018 that a worker was pulling on an energized wire next to a pull box when he received a shock and suffered second degree burns to his arm. The worker was treated by the on-site medic before he was transported to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and at the time of inspection, the inspector did not find any infractions The contractor at the site had all of the appropriate paperwork and a work permit in place. No enforcement action was taken.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was working at the street level at a garage that was approximately fifteen feet above grade to remove concrete and/or fireproofing from steel. The worker fell to the grade and sustained unknown injuries. The worker was found conscious and was taken to a hospital. The area in question did not have any life line or tie-off points for Personal Protection Equipment, nor did it have any guardrails at the slab’s edge. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all work at the garage level. A DOB Violation was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was walking and carrying some material when he fell and injured his wrist. The electrician drove himself to a hospital to receive further examination.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell and injured his ankle while pulling wire from the ceiling. An
ambulance was called.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was getting into a man lift when he twisted his knee and the knee buckled. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving form work when the form work fell while the corner end was being lifted up. The worker’s finger was pinched. The worker went to a City M.D.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker fell off a ladder and fractured his knee. The worker was taken to Columbian Presbyterian-Methodist Hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was erecting a scaffold when he got a splinter while moving the scaffold planks. The worker went to a hospital.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber was installing a duct when he cut his right hand on a metal ceiling track. The plumber went to a doctor via taxi to be
further evaluated.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was pushing a wagon that was carrying about ten pieces of plywood when the wagon tipped over and the worker was cut by a piece of plywood. The worker was taken to a City M.D. by a co-worker. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for afailure to maintain safety measures at the construction site for material handling, and one violation for the failure to designate a Site Safety Coordinator as required. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and two DOB Violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a rigger was on a truck unloading concrete plank when he fell off of the truck and broke his wrist. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that the rigger missstepped, causing him to fall off of the back of the truck. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a brick layer dropped a brick from his hand onto his foot. The worker went to the emergency room with a foreman.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was lifting a debris cart when he felt his elbow pop. The worker went to see his doctor to be further examined.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his finger while using a grinder. The worker went to a City
M.D.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker was using a magnetic drill underneath a beam when he lost contact with the beam and was hit on the chin. The worker was found conscious and was transported to a hospital by ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker injured his back while picking up a bucket. The worker went to see his own doctor for a follow up.
A DOB inspector reported that three workers were performing window glazing work on a hung scaffold at the thirty eighth floor of the south exposure when a heavy gust of wind blew the 12′-0 long working platform of the rig to the east exposure. The workers broke a window in order to leave the suspended scaffold and safely enter the structure on the thirty eighth floor. Two of the workers sustained minor injuries due to the broken glass of the window and were taken to a hospital. The working platform of the suspended scaffold was at a vertical position at the thirty seventh and thirty eighth floors at the east side elevation, and the New York City Fire Department lashed and tied back the platform and secured the platform safely. The engineer that designed the scaffold system will respond to determine how to safely bring the scaffold platform back into the structure or onto the roof. The area below the hanging scaffold is an exclusion zone that is inaccessible to the public. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued on all exterior glazing work. A DOB Violation was also issued. The entire scaffolding system on the roof is to be inspected by the Engineer of Record and must file a report regarding its use to the Department Of Buildings.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker fell approximately eighteen feet from a supported scaffold and landed on a roof setback. The worker suffered minor injuries and was taken to a local hospital. An ECB Volation was issued for the presence of a supported scaffold that does not meet code specifications. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on chimney repairs and on the use of a supported scaffold. The only work that is allowed at the site is work to secure the site.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was climbing a ladder from the second floor to the third floor when he slipped and fell approximately seven feet. The worker claimed to be experiencing pain in his shoulder. An ambulance was called. This injury occurred as the result of a worker error.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker stepped on rebar and was struck in the nose by the rebar. The worker went for treatment at an off-site medical facility.
A DOB inspector reported that during the dismantaling and loading of a sidewalk shed part, one of the temporary platforms that was being used was pulled over and the platform fell on a worker’s hand. The worker was taken to a City M.D. An ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard all persons and property was issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got his
finger pinched between rebar and metal shore. The worker went to a City M.D.”
A DOB inspector reported that a delivery of rebar from a boom truck was in progress when a load of rebar was dropped on the wooden horse of the third floor deck. The wooden horse tilted and the load of rebar fell onto a worker. The worker suffered injuries to his shoulder and leg and was taken to a hospital by ambulance. 10 total ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard persons and property, as the worker was injured due to unsafe material handling, one violation for the failure to conduct a pre-task orientation before a hazardous activity, one violation for the absence of an installed sidewalk shed, one violation for the absence of overhead protection at the entrance, one violation for the presence of poor housekeeping, one violation for the absence of a design drawing for the platform over an elevator shaft, one violation for the absence of a toe board, one violation for the failure to maintain the fence as per code, and one violation for the inadequacy of the Construction Superintendent at the site to perform their duties. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods, as well as a Worker Orientation, for the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that a sidewalk shed was being dismantled when a three foot threaded rod fell through a crack in the sidewalk shed and hit a pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered a laceration to the top of her head and her shoulder and was taken to a hospital. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation to the General Contractor for a failure to safeguard, one violation to the scaffold company for a failure to safeguard, and one violation to the General Contractor for the absence of an approved design drawing. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) on the use of a sidewalk shed was issued. It was recommended that the scaffold should not be used or removed and that a Means and Methods must be provided in order to prevent a future incident of this nature from occurring in the future.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a pedestrian passed flaggers during a temporary sidewalk closure and tripped in front of the site. The pedestrian suffered a minor foot injury and was treated by the on-site medic.
The Site Safety Manager reported that two electricians were pulling wires for temporary lighting when one of the workers’ hands slipped over the wire and his elbow hit the wall, causing swelling to his elbow. The worker was sent to a doctor for a check up.
A DOB inspector reported that during a stripping operation of concrete form work, a worker entered the stripping zone and bent down to pick up a piece of material when a panel of formwork was lowered from a twenty-foot high ceiling. The panel of formwork hit the worker above his eye. The worker suffered a cut and swelling on his cheek and was taken to a hospital. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to maintain safety measures, as the worker was injured during a stripping operation that did not have a Controlled Access Zone (CAZ), one violation for the absence of overhead protection for egress of the adjacent property on exposure three, one violation for the use of a workhorse with a counter weight that was not shown on the Site Safety Plan, and one violation for the presence of an unlawful sign on the sidewalk shed. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued to stop all forming and stripping operations. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job, inlcuding a Worker’s Orientation and a Controlled Access Zone.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was carrying a bag of grout mixer when he pulled a muscle in his shoulder. The worker walked to a City M.D. to be examined as a precaution. The worker was expected to return to work.
“The Construction Superintendent reported that a mason was walking when he bruised his shin on a block. The mason suffered a minor injury and went to an off-site
medical facility for treatment.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a grinder to cut pipe when the grinder kicked back and cut the worker’s wrist. The worker suffered a small laceration. An ambulance was called.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was
stacking forms when he suffered a back injury. The worker walked to a nearby City M.D.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was installing column clamps on a formwork when he attempted to hit a pin with a hammer. The worker did not hit the pin directly, and the hammer slipped and hit the worker’s right knee. The worker walked to urgent care.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was helping to lift a steel beam when he lost his grip and the beam fell approximately seven inches and landed on his foot. The worker suffered a minor injury to his foot and an ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responed to the incident and visited the site and reported that the workers were lifting the steal beam in an unsafe manner. Two ECB Violations were issued: on violation for a failure to safeguard, and one violation for unsafe material handling. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and two DOB Violations were also issued. A Means and Methods for material handling and receiving is to be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cutting wood flooring on a table saw when he cut his middle finger. The worker went to urgent care.
A DOB inspector reported that there were contractors that were installing wooden forms of a new foundation when a worker fell while trying to climb into the wood box pit. The worker fell four feet and landed on rebar. The worker suffered minor injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital by ambulance. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all foundation form work. The contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for safe ingress and egress into wooden forms.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was installing a metal deck on the third floor and was adjusting the “Q”- Deck when the deck slipped from the beam, causing the worker to fall from the deck. The worker was using a safety harness, but the lanyard was not of the appropriate height and was not properly tied. The lanyard wrapped around a column and slipped downward when the worker fell, and the worker bounced and hit the beam of a lower floor. The worker suffered possible rib cage and shoulder injuries and was taken to a hospital by the New York City Fire Department. Three ECB Violations were isused: one violation for a failure to mantian safe operations, one violation for the absence of a design drawing for the harness tie off, and one violaton for the absence of manufacturer’s specifications for the self- retracting lanyard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and three DOB Violations were also issued. A design drawing for the harness tie off and manufacturer’s specifications for the self-retracting lanyard must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a window installer was unpacking a bundle of windows when he tripped on a 4 X 4 section of dunnage, fell, and hurt his back and left arm. The worker was found conscious and was taken to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was offloading a wooden door delivery from a pallet when the pallet tipped over and the doors landed on the worker’s leg. An ambulance was called to the site. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard and unsafe material handling. A DOB Violation was also issued. A Means and Methods for safe material handling operations must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pushing a debris cart when he slipped and suffered a cut to his index finger. The worker went to the emergency room with a co-worker. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker was pulling wires for an HVAC Unit when he hit his hand against a metal box and suffered a minor cut to the back of his hand. The worker was taken to an nearby clinic for a follow up.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was in the process of installing plywood on second floor joists when he fell through plywood to the first floor. The worker sustained broken ribs and was taken to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued to the Construction Superintendent for a failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident in a timely manner. A full Stop Work Order (SWO) was issued to seal the building from weather elements. The roof remained open. A DOB Violation was also issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was installing a piece of sheetrock to the ceiling when he cut his left wrist on a piece of metal. An ambulance was
called.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was lowering a glass panel when his hand got pinched between a ledge and a roller. The worker was taken to a local urgent care center and was treated for minor injuries. The worker then returned to work. The inspector observed that the manufacturing ledge for supporting a window pane had a defect and was not fully extended. The contractor at the site provided evidence that daily hazardous anlyses are being performed at the job and that Means and Methods were in place prior to the debunking and setting of panels into place. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker picked up a box that slipped, fell out of his hands, and hit him on the bridge of his nose. The worker walked to a clinic.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker suffered a hand injury while unloading a truck in front of the site.
An ambulance was called.”
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped on a piece of insulation and hit his head. An ambulance
was called.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was working on a window and performing aluminum work when a piece of aluminum molding fell on him. The worker suffered a cut to his finger. An ambulance was called. The inspector determined that the incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped while walking down stairs. The worker suffered a minor injury to his ankle and received off-site medical treatment at an urgent care center.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a carpenter fell off of a six foot ladder, landed on his hammer, and hurt his back. An ambulance was called and the worker was transported to a hospital for further observation.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was installing a sidewalk shed when he fell ten feet down the stairway shaft into the cellar. The worker was found conscious and was taken to a hospital by ambulance. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that the guardrails that were around the foundation perimeter were removed to accomodate the sidewalk shed, and the worker lost his balance. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to maintain proper safety equipment. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued for the entire site.
A DOB inspector reported that during a stripping operation, a worker lost his balance and hit his head on a concrete column. The worker was conscious and walked down three flights of stairs before requesting an ambulance. The worker was then taken to a hospital by ambulance for further evaluation. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to institute safety measures, one violation for for the failure to have permanent stairs in place at a building that was six stories and over forty feet tall, one violation for the failure to provide a pre-shift safety meeting, and one violation for the presence of shoring that was not in accordance with the design drawing at the site. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for concrete operations was issued. Four DOB Violations were also issued. A Means and Methods must be provided to prevent a similar incident going forward.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using a handheld grinder to cut an “I”-Beam while attempting to dismantle a pipe scaffold when he lost his grip on the grinder and dropped the grinder onto the lower portion of his leg. The worker suffered a three inch wide laceration. Paramedics were called and the worker was taken to a nearby hospital in an ambulance. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard all persons and property affected by construction. A a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was handling planks off of a truck when he suffered a laceration to his finger. The worker went to an
emergency care center.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was walking on a loading dock when he tripped and fell approximately four feet to the ground. The worker suffered a minor hip injury and was taken to a hospital. The loading deck was found to have not been properly maintained, which created a tripping hazard. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safe operations. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for work on the loading dock.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker climbed onto the “X”-Brace of a supported scaffold when he fell backwards approximately four feet. The worker hurt his back, but was found conscious and on his feet. The worker was taken to a hospital. The worker was in possession of supported scaffold, suspended scaffold, and ten-hour OSHA cards. No hazardous conditions were observed at the site. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was staking plywoods on the fifth floor when he slipped and fell on the floor. The worker was found conscious and was transported to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and concluded that the incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber was installing a pipe that was approximately eight feet long and with a four inch diameter. The pipe was about a foot off of the floor when it got split from another pipe and fell on the plumber’s hand. The plumber did not appear to have any visible injuries, but his hand felt numb. The worker went to an urgent care center on his own.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was cutting a piece of lumber with a circular saw when the saw kicked back and the worker suffered a cut to his right thigh. The worker was transported to a hospital by ambulance. The worker was released after treatment.
A DOB inspector reported that a flag man was on the sidewalk between two concrete planters that were across the street from the job site when a concrete truck that was parked in the parking lane was waiting to pull into the work area. The driver of the concrete truck began to back up when the flag man stepped into the street to direct the delivery. The flag man was struck by the truck and fell, and the concrete truck ran over the worker’s legs. There were three flag man on each side of the site at the time of the incident. The worker was transported to Bellevue Hospital. The worker’s condition was not known at the time of inspection. The work at the site was being performed under an after-hours variance. No enforcement action was deemed necessary at the time of inspection.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving duct work when a piece of duct work cut into his hand. The worker went to an urgent care center.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was on a man lift by himself when he went up and hit his head. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance. The worker was okay and was responsive. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and issued three ECB Violations: one violation for the failure to provide safety measures for man lift operations, one violation for there being no log book for the manufactuer’s specifications, and one violation for the presence of an inadequate Controlled Access Zone. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and three DOB Violations were also issued. A Means and Methods for the safe operations of a man lift must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that flag men were directing traffic when an eldery man driving a vehicle moved forward and hit a flagger. The flagger suffered a back injury and went to a hospital. The New York City Police Department was on the site to make reports, as this was a vehicular accident.
A DOB inspector reported that there was a load of prefabricated wood panels that were delivered by a boom truck at the fourth floor of the site, near the edge of the slab. The prefabricated wood panels were about 8′-6″ X 9′-6″ in size. The workers were using a forklift to move the panels toward the center of the slab. The weather conditions were windy on this day. A panel that was about 16′ X 10′ was placed on a forklift in a vertical position while another worker was walking by, and the workers that were using the forklift lost control, which caused the forklift and the panel to fall down and crush the worker that was walking by. The injured worker was taken to a hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The workers overloaded the forklift, which caused the forklift and wood panel to fall. A DOB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued for the entire site.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was climbing a ladder with materials in hand when he lost his balance and fell approximately five feet onto his back.
The worker was found conscious and was taken to a hospital by ambulance for further evaluation.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that an emergency sidewalk shed was being taken down when a worker hit a piece of concrete with a hammer and a small particle fell into the worker’s eye. The worker went to a hospital to receive a check up.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was not paying attention when the worker stepped on a piece of waterproofing sheet and suffered a twisted ankle. The worker was transported to a hospital by ambulance for a check up.
A DOB inspector reported that there was equipment on a truck that was being prepared to be hoisted by a crane when a worker got his finger caught in a choke/sling that was being used to secure the equipment. The worker went to a clinic on his own. An ECB Violation and a DOB Violation were issued for the failure to perform a pre-task safety meeting. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for material handling and picking operations.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a window installer cut his pinky by glass. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance. The worker received a few stitches and then returned to work.
A DOB inspector reported that the job site fence collapsed and struck a pedestrian that was passing by the site. The Site Safety Coordinator stated that the fence collapsed due to heavy winds. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safety measures at the site. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker felt pain in his arm while working with a hammer. The worker
went to a City M.D.”
A DOB inspector reported that the fence gate dislodged from the fence post and struck a pedestrian. The job ste fence was not constructed as per the approved design drawings at the site. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard the public. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using a ladder to go up from the twenty-fourth floor to the twenty- fifth floor. The ladder was installed on a Doka form works system on the elevator shaft. The ladder was narrow and there was a rib beam above the opening where the ladder enters the upper floor. The worker’s head hit the beam, he suffered a neck cramp, and fell three steps from the ladder. The worker was found conscious, but was suffering from back pain and a stiff neck and was taken to a hospital. The ladder was found to be narrow and inadequate. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to safeguard persons and property, as a worker was injured due to an improperly placed ladder, one violation for a failure to maintain egress, one violation for the failure to securely install horizontal netting, as the nets were tied to formwork reshores, and one violation for the presence of poor housekeeping. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job and to maintain adequate egress.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was mixing mortar when his finger got cut in the mixer. The worker was found conscious and was taken to a hospital by ambulance to receive stitches.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pulling netting when he felt pain in his right shoulder. The worker got an ice pack and then went to a City M.D. to
be further evaluated.”
A DOB inspector reported that the foreman of a stripping operation was standing below while workers were removing Doka formwork beams from above, and the foreman was struck in the right shoulder by a falling Doka beam. The foreman was taken by ambulance to a hospital for further evaluation. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to institute safety measures, as a Means and Methods was not provided for the stripping operations, and one violation for the concrete contractor at the site being in possession of expired worker’s compensation and disability insurance.Two partial Stop Work Orders (PSWO) and two DOB Violations were issued. A Means and Methods for stripping operations and valid insurance must be provided.
A DOB engineer reported that at a three story building that featured a cellar, a one story extension, and an active demolition permit, the exposure three wall between the third story section and the first story section collapsed, and the impact resulted in the failure of the exposure two brick wall. The wall collapsed into the adjacent building (300 West 135 Street) and the driveway to the parking lot. The sidewalk shed failed under the load of the wall. A pedestrian motorcyclist suffered minor injuries and was taken to a hospital. An ECB Violation and a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) were issued for the entire site for a failure to safeguard during a demolition operation. The construction fence at exposure one will be extended to enclose the adjacent exposure two driveway at 300 West 135 Street. There is a sufficient safety zone at exposure one, and the New York City Police Department will maintain a presence until the fence is extended. Cracking was noted at the junction of exposure one and two, and the condition was confirmed to have existed prior to the incident. This cracking was identified as a potential area of concern going forward. A partial Vacate Order is required for the exposure four sideyard/driveway of the parking garage of 300 West 135 Street. A partial Vacate Order is also required for the rear yard and fire escapes of 448-490 St. Nicholas Avenue. The Department of Buildings will mandate that New York City HPD (Housing Prevention and Development) has a full time Professional Engineer on the site for the duration of the demolition, and that the Professional Engineer develops a revised Means and Methods that will be submitted to DOB.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was drilling to install duct work when a piece of metal shaving got into his eye. The worker was taken to a nearby clinic to have his eye washed. The worker then returned to work.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was bending rebars when he was struck on his knee by rebar, which caused a cut. The worker was found conscious and was taken to a hospital by ambulance to be further evaluated.
A DOB inspector reported that during a “Q”-Decking installation, a worker fell approximately twelve feet from the ground floor to the cellar. The worker suffered an injury to his right shoulder and was taken to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safe operations at the site. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was doing form work of the stairs when he fell approximately seven feet and landed on the floor below. The worker was not tied off as of the time of the incident. The worker was experiencing back pain and was taken to a hospital. Two ECB Violations were issued: one Aggravated Level 2 violation for a failure to safeguard, as a worker was not tied off while working near a leading edge, and one violation for a failure to institute proper safety measures at the site, as the fall protection at the site was not adequate enough to protect the workers. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all work at the leading edge. The contractor is to provide proper fall protection and Means and Methods for work around the leading edge.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving a reshore cage when the worker was cut by a wire that was protruding from the cage. The worker suffered a deep scratch to the neck and walked to a City M.D.
A DOB inspector reported that during a stripping operation, a ten foot piece of rebar fell from the seventh floor to the ground below, landed on a concrete truck, and then struck the driver, who was standing outside. The driver suffered a minor shoulder injury. The driver was found to be alert and was taken to a hospital by ambulance. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all concrete/formwork and stripping operations. The contractors at the site are to provide a Means and Methods for safe operations.
A DOB inspector reported that a cable wire rack at the second floor was unsecured and overloaded when it fell over and injured a worker’s leg. The worker was taken to emrgency care. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using a scissor lift to perform tapping work for a painting operation when he fell from the lift approximately twenty eight feet. The worker was taken to a hospital in a conscious state. A follow up report indicated that the worker suffered a dislocated shoulder. The scissor lift was not being used in accordance with the manufacturer’s specification, and the worker using the scissor lift did not have the required training as specified in the manufacturer’s specification. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to maintain safety measures, as the worker was not trained to use the scissor lift, and one violation for there being no record of an inspection of the scissor lift. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on the use of all aerial lifts. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods, with a Toolbox Talk, for the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that a carpenter fell from a job made ladder. The worker was found to be in stable condition and was taken to Elmhurst Hospital. All safegurds at the site were found to be in place. No enforcement action was taken.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker slipped on a piece of plywood and fell down a staircase from the sixteenth floor to the fifteenth floor. The worker suffered minor injuries and was taken to a hospital. No enforcement action was deemed necessary, as it was determined that this incident occurred due to a worker’s error. Additional violations and a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) were issued for infractions that were unrelated to the incident.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a pedestrian from across the street claimed to have been hit by an eight foot long turnbuckle that fell from the building. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site. The inspector reported that the pedestrian was experiencing some pain and that the pedestrian refused medical attention, but stated that she was going to go to a hospital for a check up. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard persons and property, as a pedestrian was injured by an object that fell from the building, and one violation for a failure to maintain vertical safety netting as per code. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all exterior work. The General Contractor at the site is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job, including a safety orientation for the workers.
The Site Safety Manager reported that the site’s traffic flagger was struck by a vehicle in the street. The worker was taken to a hospital and was released.
A DOB inspector reported that while a concrete pour of stairs between the twenty-third and twenty-fourth floors was being performed, the concrete chute/trunk detached from its hopper and hit a worker, causing the worker to fall down the stairs. The worker suffered injuries to his back and arm and was taken to Bellevue Hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for concrete on the staircases between the twenty-third and twenty-fourth floors. A DOB Violation was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was performing waterproofing work on the bulkhead when he fell approximately twelve feet through the incinerator shaft and landed on the roof. The worker was found conscious, but had suffered a back injury and was taken to Wood Hull Hospital. The worker was not tied off while working near an unprotected floor opening. Two ECB Violations were issued: one Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard persons and property, as a worker fell through a floor opening with no fall protection in place, and one ECB Violation for an inadequate performance of duties by the Construction Superintendent. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was laying plywood near the edge of the eleventh floor deck when he was pushed out of the deck by wind. The worker was hanging between the tenth and eleventh floors when he fell down and hit the guardrails. The worker was taken to the hospital by ambulance, and was in a conscious state. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard persons and property, as there was no pre-task meeting held before the commencement of a hazardous operation. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued. Additional violations will be issued at the site for the absence of temporary safety equipment.
A DOB inspector reported that there workers were cleaning brick walls with water at exposure one at the corner of North West Plaza. The water on the sidewalk froze and turned into ice, causing a worker removing garbage with a container at the same exposure to slip and fall on the ice. The worker suffered a minor injury to his left ankle and was taken to a City M.D. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on the cleaning and removing of garbage from exposure one. The General Contractor at the site is to provide a letter of a Means and Methods for safe operations to prevent future incidents from occurring going forward.
A DOB inspector reported a worker was performing brick work on a scaffold and was using a line of string to allign bricks when the block of wood that the string was tied to became loose and hit the worker in the face. The worker was taken to a hospital to receive treatment and receive stitches. The worker was found to not be in possession of an OSHA training card or a scaffold user certificate. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a worker not being in possession of an OSHA training card, one violation for the presence of debris on a scaffold, and one violation for the absence of guard rails on a supported scaffold. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all work using scaffolding.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a surveyor stepped off of the rebar on the roof when he got his boot stuck and fell forward. The surveyor hurt his knee and then left the site on his own to walk to an urgent care center.
A DOB inspector reported that a garbage truck worker was injured the previous night while loading garbage into a dumpster. The sub contractor at the site took the injured worker to a hospital. The incident occurred outside of the job on the street, and there were no witnesses to the incident. The inspector could not determine what caused the worker to get injured, or how the worker was injured. The New York City Police Department received calls regarding individuals that may have been involved in a conflict, but could not find anything. The inspector determined that the injury occurred as the result of a worker’s error and that no enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was not paying attention while he was walking down a stairway, lost a step, and fell down two steps. The tools that were on the worker’s waist caused a bruise to his stomach. A co-worker took the worker to a clinic.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was working on the roof when he slipped and fell on a patch of ice. The worker hurt his left knee. An ambulance was called, and the worker was transported to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that there were no tripping hazards or housekeeping issues at the roof level. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker as loading duct work onto a man lift when he lost his grip on the duct work and dropped the duct work on his foot. The worker was taken to hospital for further examination. It was determined that this incident occurred due to a worker’s error. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that the building engineer was carrying a bag of tools that was approximately twenty pounds when he disloacted his shoulder. The building engineer had a pre-existing condition. The medic called an ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving a frame when he tripped, fell, and hurt his back and head. An ambulance was called.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was cutting out a Concrete Masonry Unit block that was above a doorway when two courses of block fell down onto the worker’s foot. The worker suffered broken toes and was taken to a nearby hospital. The workers that were on site were in possession of valid OSHA cards and the log books did feature documentation. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all masonry work.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a grinder to cut a piece of metal when the grinder slipped and cut his index finger. The worker was taken to a hospital to receive treatment. The worker returned to work after receiving treatment.
A DOB inspector reported that there were two workers using a scissor lift to perform work to install a new Building Maintenance Unit to support window washing equipment when the scissor lift tipped over, causing the workers to fall out. One of the workers sustained a serious, but non-life threatening injury, as the worker suffered broken ribs and a possibly punctured lung. This worker was taken to a hospital. The second worker suffered minor injuries and did not receive medical attention. The operation of the scissor lift was not performed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications. The equipment was not properly set on level ground, and the equipment users were not properly trained. This, in conjunction with the wind, caused the scissor lift to tip over. Four ECB Violations were issued: one Aggravated Level 2 violation for a failure to safeguard, one violation for a failure to follow manufactuer’s specifications, one violation for the failure to conduct a pre-shift safety meeting, and one violation for the performance of work that was not conforming to the approved Site Safety Plan. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued for all work under the existing Alteration 2 permit at the site, including the use of a scissor or man lift.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was handling rebar during an installation at the ground level when his finger was pinched between rebars. The worker was taken to a hospital for further examination. This incident occurred as the result of a worker error.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was removing wood from a pile when a piece of 3 X 4 fell and hit the worker’s right ankle, causing minor swelling. An ambulance was called and the worker was transported to a hospital for further evaluation. This incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error.
“A worker sustained an injury while operating a magnetic
drill. The worker went to a First Med.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving a pallet out of a hoist when he ran over his big toe with the pallet. The worker went to an urgent care center, and then decided to go to a hospital by ambulance.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was working to install duct work for an HVAC system when he fell while coming down from an “A”-Frame ladder. The worker hurt a finger on his left hand and went to a City
M.D. on his own.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a pallet jack to move metal plates from the loading dock when he lost control of the pallet jack and injured his left leg. The worker was transported to a hospital by ambulance. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that the worker did not suffer any broken bones, but suffered a gash to his leg. The worker returned to work on December 18, 2018. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safety measures. The General Contractor is to proivde a Means and Methods for all handling of materials in a safe manner.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was working on a man lift at the first floor when he accidentally pushed the up button by mistake and got his face stuck against the ceiling. The electrician got down and walked to an emergency room.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker stepped on a nail. The worker went to a City M.D. to receive treatment. The worker returned to work after receiving
treatment.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was performing weatherproofing work on the bulkhead and was going up a ladder to take some materials from the roof to the bulkhead when he missed the third step of the ladder and fell. The worker walked down from the scaffold that he was on, complained about pain, and was taken to a hospital for a checkup. The worker was in possession of the necessary certifications, and the ladder was secured at the top and bottom. No enforcement action was necessary.
The competent person at the site reported that a worker was cutting bricks with a grinder when the grinder bounced and the worker suffered a cut to his wrist. The worker was transported by an ambulance to receive treatment.
“A DOB inspector reported that a worker using an “”A””- Frame to carry and move eight sheet rocks when he lost his balance while turning the “”A””-Frame, which caused the “”A””-Frame to tip over and hit the worker on his hip and leg. The worker was taken to a hospital for a check up. The site of the incident did not feature any hazardous conditions, housekeeping issues, or tripping hazards.
However, the worker did not receive any site specific safety orientation and his OSHA training card was not in the training log for the site. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation to the General Contractor for the failure to provide a site specific safety oritentation to the worker, and three violations, one issued to the permit holder, one issued to the owner of the property, and one issued to the carpentry sub-contractor that employed the worker, for the failure to ensure that the worker had the required training to be in compliance with Local Law 196 of 2017.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his left hand while pushing a mini debris container. The worker went to an urgent care center for treatment.
“The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped on a wet floor and twisted his knee. The worker was
taken to a hospital by ambulance.”
The Site Safety Manager reported that a pedestrian woman was walking past the construction site when she fell and twisted her ankle on a construction plate. The woman was transported to a local hospital.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers that were erecting the twenty fifth floor of a new building when one of the workers was installing a wood column panel that was about 24″ X 10′ high. The worker dislodged an engineered rib that was approximately 3′ X 6″, and the engineered rib struck the worker in the side of his head. The worker suffered a minor injury and walked to a nearby urgent care center on his own. There was no enforcement action warranted, as of the time of inspection.
A DOB inspector reported four workers were transporting by hand a metal cage that was intended to be used to store combustible materials when one of the workers fell while carrying the cage and suffered a minor leg injury. An ambulance was called and the worker was transported to a hospital. The inspector determined that the incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error, and that no enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was standing on three foot high stilts to perform sheetrock work when he lost his balance and fell to the floor. The worker suffered a minor ankle injury and was taken to a hospital. The equipment was being used according to the manufacturer’s specifications, and there were no unsafe conditions observed. Valid OSHA training cards were also provided. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error, and no enforcement action was deemed necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker, on his own discretion, loosened a concrete form in the middle of a pour, and the form hit the worker in the head. The worker sustained a minor head injury and was taken to a hospital. The Site Safety Manager stated that the incident occurred at 2:35 PM, but the Site Safety Manager did not report the incident until 4:20 PM.
A DOB inspector reported that during a concrete pouring operation in the sub cellar level, the concrete shoot knocked a loose plank off of a wooden platform, and the plank struck a worker that was below the platform. The worker was struck in the head and shoulders and suffered minor injuries. The worker lef tthe site in order to see a personal doctor. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to institute proper safety measures, and one violation for the performance of work that was not in compliance with the Site Safety Plan. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued to stop all concrete pouring operations.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was passing by an electrical outlet with a shovel when the electrical outlet sparked and electrocuted the worker. The worker was taken to urgent care. It was found that in the entire building, from the basement service electrical room through the top floor, that there was temporary open wiring that was not properly supported, armored cables that were not supported, sub panels that were not covered, spliced boxes that were not covered, and no GFCI devices or circuits provided for the temporary construction office. An ECB Violation was issued for the use of unapproved, unsafe, or unsuitable electrical equipment. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
“A DOB inspector reported that while a stripping operation was in progress on the fifth floor, a piece of plywood fell onto a worker and injured his finger. The worker was bleeding and was taken to a hospital by a co-worker.
There was no Controlled Access Zone (CAZ) at the site, and the worker was in a fall zone during the stripping operation, which created a hazardous condition that resulted in the injury. All permits and logs were found to be okay. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safety measures, as the worker was in a fall zone during the stripping operation. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all stripping operations. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job, including a worker’s orientation.”
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was walking on the eighth floor when he suddenly twisted his ankle. The injured worker went to a hospital to be examined further. No debris or unsafe conditions were observed on the eigth floor. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker in the cellar fell approximately five feet from a ladder. The worker was sent to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for the improper use of a ladder.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was preparing to pull wires through a pipe when he stepped backwards on the same floor and lost his balance. The electrician cut his left hand while trying to reach for something to grab to prevent himself from falling. The worker went to an urgent care center on his own to receive treatment.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was guiding piles into place when a pile shifted and the worker suffered an injury to his right leg. The worker was in stable condition and was taken to an area hospital. The extent and severity of the worker’s injuries were not known as of the time of inspection. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that there were three workers on a sidewalk shed that were attempting to lift up a suspended scaffold platform. While the workers were lifting the suspended scaffold platform above the sidewalk shed parapet wall, the parapet wall gave way, and all three workers fell down onto the sidewalk. One of the workers suffered a twisted ankle, and one of the workers suffered a twisted finger. There was no information available regarding the injuries suffered by the third worker. All three injured workers were taken to a hospital by an ambulance. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard persons and property, and one violation for the sidewalk shed not being built according to code specifications. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and two DOB Violations were also issued.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was using a piggy-back to deliver material onto the street when the piggy-back overturned and the worker suffered injuries to his arm and legs. The worker was found conscious and an ambulance was called to transport the worker to a hospital.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was guiding a concrete pump hose during a concrete pouring operation when concrete splashed into his eye. The worker was sent to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safe operations. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for concrete pouring operations. A DOB Violation was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was standing on an “A”-Frame ladder when he fell off of the ladder. The worker was not seriously injured but was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. This incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error.
The Site Safety Manager reported that there was an unenclosed ladder inside of the building that was knocked over by a gust of wind. The ladder hit a worker. The worker was not seriously injured but was taken to a hospital by an ambulance.
A DOB inspector reported that during a stripping operation for the underside of the fifth floor, shoring was removed from an opening, and a piece of plywood was placed over the opening. A worker performing housekeeping work on the sixth floor stepped on the piece of plywood, slipped, and fell to the fifth floor. The worker was found conscious and did not suffer any broken bones. The worker was transported to a hospital for further evaluation. The plywood was not secured, and a Controlled Access Zone (CAZ) was not maintained during the stripping operation. A pre-shift safety meeting did not take place before the stripping operation began. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to institute safety measures, and one violation for the failure to conduct a pre-shift safety meeting. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on stripping operations. Two DOB Violations were also issued. A Means and Methods for safe operations to prevent a similar incident from occurring going forward must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that debris fell into a worker’s eye while the worker was cleaning threaded rods. An ambulance took the worker to a hospital for a check up. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to conduct a pre-shift safety meeting, one violation for the obstruction of the sidewalk, and one violation for the performance of work that was no conforming to the approved plan. Three DOB Violations were also issued.
The Construction Superintendent reported that an electrical worker tripped, fell, and hurt his fingers. The worker went to a City M.D. by himself.
A DOB inspector reported that there were mast climbers being used at all four exposures of a thirty-four story existing building in order to perform façade repair work. At the roof level, a worker lost control of a cordless drill and the drill fell onto a deck, ricocheted off of the deck, and then struck another worker in the leg. The injured worker was sent to a hospital by ambulance. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard persons and property affected by construction operations, as there was no Controlled Access Zone (CAZ) on the deck while the overhead operation was in progress, there was no safety orientation held before the start of the task, and there were no safeguards for falling in place, a second violation for the absence of a guardrail along the inner edge of the deck, and a third violation for the performance of work that was not conforming to the approved Site Safety Plan (SSP), as a large quantity of construction material was being stored on the deck. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all work on the elevated platform and mast climber. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods with a worker’s orientation for the safe operation of the job.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was stripping formwork on the third floor when he cut his finger with a nail while trying to hold the nail. The worker walked to an urgent care center on his own to receive treatment and will return to work.
The Site Safety Manager reported that there were two workers picking up a pipe that was ten feet long and six inches in diameter when one of the workers felt a pop in his back. This worker was experiencing pain and went to an off-site clinic.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his hand while using a drill to install metal studs. The worker went to a walk-in clinic.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was injured during a partial collapse of the roof and third and fourth floor joist. The worker was transported to a hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The collapse appeared to be the result of the overloading of the floor joist with debris and the presence of structural cold-formed steel that was not conforming to the approved plans. A DOB Violation was issued for failure to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. As of January 10, 2019, the Construction Safety Enforcement Unit is awaiting clearance to issue ECB Violations in response to this incident. Vacate orders were issued for exposure four of the adjacent building (242 Howard Avenue) due to the presence of obstructed egress. Contractors were in the process of restoring egress as of the time of inspection. Vacate orders were also issued to the rear yards of 69 and 71 MacDougal Street, as they are in the collapse zone. The collapse zone at exposure one was maintained. Half of the street will remain closed overnight and will be monitored by the New York City Police Department. The owner is to obtain a professional engineer in order to oversee all emergency stabilization work.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pulling out a mini dumpster when he turned, fell, and hit his big right toe. The worker went to a clinic. An ambulance was not called. This incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was performing grinding work when a particle fell behind his eye gear and went into his eye. The worker was taken to a clinic to have his eye flushed out. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrical worker was shocked while working on the fifth floor ceiling. The worker was found conscious and was taken to a hospital by ambulance. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that the incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a panel of a fence was blown off from an anchor point by the wind. The panel of fence then struck a pedestrian on her leg. A medic examined the pedestrian and sent her to a clinic to receive treatment. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard persons and property affected by the construction operation, because the fence was not secured and was blown off by the wind, injuring a pedestrian, one violation for not being in possession of a design drawing for the fence that was approved by a Professional Engineer (PE), and one violation for the performance of work that was contrary to the approved Site Safety Plan, as the site logistics were not as per the Site Safety Plan. The General Contractor is to obtain an amended Site Safety Plan and provide a means and methods for the safe operation of the job.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker pulled his back while lifting a piece of steel. The worker called EMS.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped on ice at the roof level. An amulance was called to take the worker to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and issued an ECB Violation for a failure to maintain work at the roof area. A DOB Violation was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that an elevator company was working on a device at the twelfth floor. The shaftway did not have any screen protection, allowing the mechanic to move between the shaftway. The mechanic got his harness caught on the metal angle that was between the elevator that he was working on and an elevator that was right next to it, which was functioning. The mechanic suffered minor bruises to his leg and an ambulance was called. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation was issued to cease the use of Elevator Device 1P49825 at the site due to the presence of a broken limit cam, and one violation was issued for a failure to safeguard.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was installing railing around the shaft of the stairs in the backyard that lead down to the basement when the worker fell nine feet into the shaft. The worker suffered a possible broken leg and was taken to a hospital by ambulance. The worker was found to have not been tied off. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and issued three ECB Violations: one violation for the failure to institute safety measures, as a worker fell during the installation of railings, one violation for the possession of an expired General Contractor license by the General Contractor, and a third violation for the possession of expired worker’s comp insurance. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and three DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that two workers were struck in the eyes by debris during the excavation phase of a bed-rock breaking operation. Both workers left the site to seek medical attention. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safe operations at the site. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for bed-rock breaking operations. A DOB Violation was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his finger while throwing a piece of metal into a dumpster. The worker was treated on site and was then taken to a doctor to receive additional treatment.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker cut his leg with a power saw. An ambulance was called. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the use of a power saw that was contrary to the manufacturer’s specifications, and one violation for the failure to provide a pre-shift safety meeting. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and two DOB Violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker accidentally hit himself in the lips while swinging a hammer. The worker’s foreman took him to a hospital for further observation.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was working on duct work when he fell approximately five feet from a ladder. The worker claimed to have suffered injuries to his neck and back and was taken to a hospital to be further examined. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that there were no hazardous conditions observed. No enforcement action was deemed necessary, as it was determined that the injury occurred as the result of a worker’s error.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a laborer cut his finger while disposing of material into a mini-container. The laborer walked to a MedRite to be further evaluated.
A DOB inspector reported that an electrician suffered a laceration to this index finger while using a band saw. The worker was taken to a nearby hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued to stop all use of cutting tools. A Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped and fell approximately two feet off of a ladder. The worker complained about back pain. An ambulance was called, and the worker was taken to Mount Sinai hospital for observation. The worker was released with medication.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was carrying a steel spreader beam when his foot got caught between rebar, which caused the worker to drop the steel spreader beam on his left foot. The worker left the site to seek medical attention. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safe operations at the site. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all concrete operations. A DOB Violation was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was bending rebar on a machine when he got his right arm pinched between a rebar and a column. The worker suffered minor injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital. The worker had recently took part in a pre-shift safety meeting that was related to pinch points. The worker did not follow protocol. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error and no enforcement action was deemed necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his nose while working on a sprinkler. A co-worker took the injured worker to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was walking on the site when he sprained his ankle. The worker left the site on his own to seek medical attention. This incident occurred on January, 28, 2019, but was not reported until January 29, 2019.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped while coming off of an “A”-Frame ladder. The worker complained that he was experiencing foot pain and was taken to a hospital by ambulance.
A DOB inspector reported that there were two workers that were transporting twenty-five sheets of metal with an “A”-Frame cart when the load of sheets fell off of the cart and hit one of the workers in the leg. The struck worker received cuts and bruises on his leg and went to a hospital to be further evaluated. The incident was caused by the overloading or misuse of equipment. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to take adequate safety measures in handling materials. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all material handling. The contractors at the site are to provide a Means and Methods for safe material handling.
A DOB inspector reported that an operation was taking place to fill hollow metal columns in a building with cement in order to support heavy duty mechanical equipment that will be installed on the roof. While the first column was being filled, a pre-drilled plug had become dislodged, and concrete was spilled onto the floor of the gym, onto a free standing weight machine, and onto a patron. The patron/pedestrian was directed to go to a local hospital for precautionary purposes. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was installing a light fixture when he cut his right wrist on a piece of metal. The worker was taken to a hospital, where he received seven stitches and was then released. The inspector determined that the incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was walking on a set of rebar when he lost his balance, slipped, and sprained his wrist. The worker left the site on his own in order to seek medical attention. The worker slipped on his own. This incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was deemed necessary. ECB Violations were issued for infractions that were not related to the incident.
A DOB inspector reported that there were two workers performing interior work inside of apartment 5W. While a window frame was being removed, a 4′ X 8′ section of the ceiling collapsed and struck the two workers on their heads and shoulders. Both workers were transported to Harlem Hospital to receive treatment for their injuries. The New York City Fire Department gained access to the apartment and removed the remaining section of the ceiling of the affected area. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all work in apartment 5W. A DOB Violation was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a carpenter cut his wrist on a metal stud while pressing on foam insulation. The worker was treated by the on-site medic and then went to a City M.D. to receive stitches.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was electrocuted. The worker was taken to Coney Island Hospital. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for there being no application on file for temporary wiring in the meter room on the first floor, and one violation for the absence of a panel cover from the side of a meter bank at the first floor. Two DOB Violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker accidentally cut his hand on a hand-held grinder. The grinder was equipped with a safeguard. The worker’s injury was not serious and he left the site on his own to have the cut cleaned up.
A DOB inspector reported that during the installation of reinforcement for a penthouse slab, a worker stepped on a piece of flat-out wire mesh chair, and the tip of the wire mesh penetrated the worker’s boot and cut his foot. The worker took himself to a nearby urgent care center and was treated with a tetanus shot to prevent an infection. The worker was released from the urgent care center and went home. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard, as the contractor failed to install concrete chairs as per the specifications found in the manual, and one violation for the performance of work that did not conform to the approved Site Safety Plan, as there was a hoist above the tenth floor, which was not on the Site Safety Plan. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) to stop all work on the tenth floor and above. Two DOB Violations were also issued.
The New York City Fire Department requested that an inspection please be performed, as there were workers that had been overcome by carbon monoxide. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that there were workers at grade that were shoring formwork for cellar one. The formwork had been completed and approximately fifty percent of the top steel was completed, with a pour scheduled for the next day on the north half of the floor, and another pour scheduled in two days for the remainder. The only opening was the elevator shaft. There were two gas generators at grade under the formwork that emitted carbon monoxide fumes. The sub-cellar was not adequately ventilated, which caused ten workers to be overtaken by the fumes. Nine of the workers were taken to a hospital, while the tenth worker received treatment at the site. Out of the nine hospitalized workers, six of the workers were taken for observation, while two of the other workers went to Cornell Hospital and the ninth and final worker went to Jacobi Hospital. The workers that went to Cornell Hospital and Jacobi Hospital are in hyperbaric chambers. All of the workers are in stable condition. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation to the General Contractor for a failure to safeguard, one violation to the Site Safety Manager for the failure to perform his duties, and one violation to the Fire Safety Manager for the failure to perform his duties. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and three DOB Violations were also issued. The contractor has been directed to only make the site safe. Holes were created in the formwork to ventilate the space.
A DOB inspector reported that a lull was deliving an eighty pound cement bag to the fourth floor when the bag fell from the lull and struck a worker that was on a scaffold at the second floor level. The worker went to a hospital. An ECB Violation was isued for a failure to maintain safety operations at the job site. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that there were contractors that were installing exterior windows at the site. One of the workers was attached to a life-line on the exterior leading edge when he hyperextended his elbow while setting a window. The worker was taken to a nearby hospital and was released from the hospital with a minor injury. There were no design drawings found for the life-line that was in place, and the life-line was found to not be an effective fall arrest system. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to provide design drawings. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all exterior window installations. The contractors are to design a safe design drawing and a Means and Methods for window installation.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was standing on a ladder and stripping formwork when the formwork fell on the ladder and knocked the worker off of the ladder. The worker fell approximately nine feet. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance in a conscious state. Five ECB Violations were issued: one violation to the General Contractor for the failure to maintain safety measures during a stripping operation, as there was no work platform present, one violation to the General Contractor for the failure to provide a site-specific safety orientation for the workers, one violation to the Concrete Subcontractor for the failure to perform a pre-task safety meeting before a stripping operation, one violation to the General Contractor for the failure to perform a hydrostatic test for the standpipe above the fifty-eighth floor, and one violation to the General Contractor for the use of suspended scaffolding that was not in accordance with the approved plan. Two partial Stop Work Orders (PSWO) were issued: one to stop all forming and stripping operations, and one to stop all work above the sixty-seventh floor. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job, along with a safety orientation for the workers, in order to comply with the issued violations.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was pulling wire through a conduit when the worker leaned on a pipe clamp, which caused the conduit to give way and hit the worker in the head. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance in order to receive stitches. The inspector determined that the incident was caused by a worker’s error, and that no enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker slipped on the fourth floor due to the presence of ice. The worker refused medical attention and went to a hospital on his own. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that the incident was caused by a worker’s error, as the worker slipped. The Site Safety Coordinator stated that there was no evidence of the worker falling. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell four feet from a baker scaffold and hurt his shoulder. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that the scaffold did not have outriggers in place and that the wind blew the scaffold over. The inspector also reported that the worker fell because his lanyard came loose. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute safety measures. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued on all baker scaffold and perimeter work. A DOB Violation was also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods and Design Drawings for the anchor point and to prevent future injuries from occurring.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was walking in the basement when he lost his balance, tripped, and hurt his knee. The worker was not carrying anything at the time that he was walking. An ambulance was called.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was working on a ladder when he became startled by an electrical arc and a crackling noise, which caused him to fall off of the ladder. The worker was taken to a hospital. The inspector determined that no enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was walking in the basement when he lost his balance, tripped, and hurt his knee. The worker was not carrying anything at the time that he was walking. An ambulance was called.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using a grinder to grind brick on an exterior wall when the grinder kicked back and cut the worker’s left arm. The worker was transported to New York Downton Hospital by an ambulance to receive stitches. The worker was in possession of a proper ten hour OSHA card and a scaffold training card. However, the worker did not sign the safety training log. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for the failure to provide evidence of workers attending a construction and safety course.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was spreading rock salt on a stair in a building where both stairways had ice present at many places between the sixty-third and seventy-fourth floors. The worker slipped on ice and fell on his back. The on-site medic checked out the worker and then sent the worker to a hospital to receive treatment for a back injury. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. The stairs had wooden hand rails with hardened cement and tripping hazards present at several places. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to maintain safety measures, as there was ice on the floor that was not removed, and one ECB Violation for a failure to maintain adequate housekeeping. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all work between the sixty-third and seventy-fourth floors. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job
A DOB inspector reported that a pedestrian woman was struck in the face by lumber that was being loaded onto a truck. The woman was examined by the on-site medic. An ambulance was not called. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order was issued for all loading and unloading of materials and debris. A DOB Violation was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was installing sheetrock inside of the elevator shaft of the J1 and J2 elevator banks on the forty-fifth floor when a piece of metal stud that was stored near the shaft fell from above and hit the worker on his hard hat. The worker suffered a laceration to his nose and was taken to a hospital by an ambulance to receive treatment. The inspector found that metal studs and debris were also stored near the edge of the shaft. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to maintain safety measures during a construction operation, as a worker was injured by material that fell from above, and one violation for a failure to institute adequate housekeeping. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued to stop all work inside of the J1 and J2 elevator banks on all floors. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operations of the job.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker on the fourth floor of the west building was hit by a piece of plywood while other workers were bringing stripping forms up to the next floor. The worker was seen by the on-site medic and was then taken to Bellevue Hospital by an ambulance. The worker had already returned to work as of the time of inspection. OSHA Cards, a Tool Box Talk, a Site Safety Plan, a daily safety talk, and Site Safety Manager logs were all provided. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error, and that no enforcement action was deemed necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pushing a mini container. The mini container was tipping, and the worker injured his shoulder while trying to hold the mini container. The injured worker went to a clinic.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker came to work with a previous foot injury that was not reported. The worker injured the same foot while climbing up a ladder. The worker was limping. The worker’s supervisor took him to a doctor.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pushing a mini container and hurt her shoulder while trying to prevent the mini container from tipping over. A co-worker walked the injured worker to a clinic for a check up.
A DOB inspector reported that during the installation of pre-cast sections on the third floor, an iron worker was hit in the shoulder and then lost his balance and fell. The worker was wearing his Personal Fall Protection (PFP) equipment, which prevented the worker from hitting the ground. However, the fall protection equipment left the worker suspended and bouncing from side to side, and the worker hit a steel column. The worker was taken by an ambulance to Lincoln Hospital to receive treatment. The worker did not suffer any broken bones. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was installing a building storefront at the second floor level when he fell approximately fifteen feet from a sidewalk shed. The worker was tied off using his harness, and there were concrete-embedded anchors present to serve as fall protection. The worker fell between the store front and the construction fence, but did not hit the ground, as he was suspended by his Personal Fall Protection (PFP) equipment. The worker was conscious and was taken to a hospital by ambulance. The status of his injuries is not known. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to provide a pre-shift safety meeting. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all store front installations.
A DOB inspector reported that a section of sidewalk fence had fallen and struck a pedestrian sidewalk hot dog vendor. The injured pedestrian was taken to a hospital with unknown injuries. Permits had been issued at the site for interior and exterior work, but no work was being done on the date of the incident. The New York City Fire Department removed the remaining sections of the sidewalk fence and stacked the plywood sections against the building. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all exterior work. A DOB Violation was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was handing up material when the material fell back and hit the worker on his head. The worker was wearing a hard hat. The worker was transported to a hospital by ambulance.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was on a baker scaffold that did not have the wheels locked. The worker was performing taping work when the baker scaffold started to roll and the worker fell approximately four feet. The worker was found conscious and was taken to a hospital by an ambulance with unknown injuries. The scaffolding was removed from the location before the inspector arrived. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain safety measures, as the baker scaffolding that was being used did not conform to the manufacturer’s specification, which resulted in an injury to a worker, and one violation for the tampering with the evidence of an incident, as the baker scaffold involved in the accident was removed before the DOB inspector arrived at the site. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued to stop the use of baker scaffolding.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was carrying a bucket of liquid waterproofing material while walking down the stairs from the fourth floor to the third floor when she either lost her balance, or missed a step, and fell to the floor. The worker did not appear to have any visible injuries, but was taken to a hospital. The stair was dry, there was no ice or water present, and there were no tripping hazards present. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker came to work with lower back pain that was not job-related, but did not report the back pain and continued to work. At lunch time, the worker felt severe pain in his back. A co-worker called the ailing worker’s son to take him home, and the ailing worker’s son called an ambulance.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers that were stripping formwork inside of the stair shaft. One of the workers was passing materials to another worker. The recipient worker was receiving a piece of wood when he lost control of the piece of wood, causing it to fall and hit a worker below on the head. The injured worker was experiencing headaches and was taken to a hospital. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to safeguard persons and property, as a worker was injured during a stripping operation due to unsafe material handling, and one violation for the absence of a design drawing for a makeshift work platform that was erected inside of the stair shaft. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all stripping operations and the use of a makeshift work platform. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods, along with a safety orientation for workers, for the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers that were working on support of excavation inside of a trench. The workers were dropping materials inside of the trench when a piece of wood hit a worker on his foot. The struck worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to safeguard persons and property, as a worker was injured due to unsafe material handling and one violation for the presence of inadequate housekeeping, as ice and snow was not removed from the job area. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all work inside of the trench and vaults. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was installing electrical conduits and straps when he knocked over a cordless drill that he was using, causing the drill to hit another worker that was below him in the head. The struck worker was at the bottom of a ladder that was approximately fifteen feet and was not wearing Personal Protection Equipment (P.P.E.) when he was struck. The struck worker sustained an approximate one and a half inch cut to his head. The worker was found conscious and was treated by the medic personnel at the site before he was sent to Mount Sinai Hospital for additional treatment. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to provide safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on conduit installations on the second floor.
A DOB inspector reported that a two-by-four hit and shattered one window on the twenty-first floor, and two windows on the twentieth floor, before landing on the thirteenth floor set back, where two workers were working. The two workers were struck and sustained wrist and shoulder injuries. It was not clear if the workers were struck by the falling two-by-four or by the glass from the shattered windows. Both injured workers were sent to a hospital for a check up. It could not be determined where the two-by-four fell from. A DOB Violation was issued to the building for the building being in a non-code compliant manner.
A DOB inspector reported that a section of parapet wall on the right side of the building was taken down by the wind. The Construction Superintendent at the site, as well as the New York City Police Department, reported that a pedestrian that was walking by suffered a few scratches. However, the object that caused the scratches to the pedestrian could not be verified. An ambulance was not called, and the pedestrian left the site on his own. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard, as the parapet wall was not adequately braced or secured in place, and one violation for a failure to maintain, as there were uncapped protruding bolts present.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was working on the sixth floor, near the escalator on the south side corridor, when he tripped on a piece of plywood that was being used to cover the finished floor. The plywood was not leveled, which created a tripping hazard. The worker’s knee was hit. The on-site medic treated the injured worker and sent the worker to urgent care. A similar floor cover was also being used on the second and fourth floors in addition to the sixth floor. The injured worker did not go through the site-specific safety orientation that was provided by the Site Safety Manager. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to maintain safety measures, as the worker was injured on a tripping hazard, and one violation for a failure to provide a site-specific safety orientation to the worker on the site. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the site.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was removing windows from a delivery truck that was parked on the job site when one of the windows fell on his feet. The worker suffered an injury to his ankle and was taken to Methodist Hospital by an ambulance. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard all persons and property. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all material handling and delivering. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pulling an “A”-Frame that had sheetrock on it out of an out-of-service elevator when the “A”-Frame tipped over and pinned the worker to a wall. The worker went to a hospital on his own for a checkup.
A DOB inspector reported that at an existing nineteen story alteration building, a worker was torching a boiler shell to cut it when he fell. The worker was taken to a clinic. The incident occurred on February 28, 2019, but was reported on the following day, March 1, 2019. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to maintain safe operations, one violation for the injured worker not attending the pre-shift safety meeting, as the worker’s signature was not on the meeting signing sheet, and one violation for the failure by the Site Safety Manager to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident in a timely manner. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a pipe fitter/sprinkler worker was climbing a six foot ladder when he hit his head on a door metal frame and suffered a neck injury. The worker had his hard hat on. The worker visited the on-site medic. The medic reported that the injured worker did not have any bruises or apparent injuries, but that the worker stated that he was not feeling well, that his neck was injured, and that he had an existing neck injury. An ambulance was called to take the injured worker to a local hospital. The Site Safety Manager’s daily log book was up to date. The area where the incident occurred had been cleaned. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error, and that no enforcement action was deemed necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using an “A”-Frame cart to move material when the worker slipped on ice and hurt his right knee. The injured worker suffered minor injuries and was taken to a hospital by ambulance. Ice was observed at exposure four of the fifth floor. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain housekeeping. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued to stop all work within ten feet of exposure four on the fifth floor, which is where there was ice present. The contractors are to remove all ice.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers preparing to start a drilling operation and they were checking and testing the machine as part of preparation. A worker accidentally opened the valve of a water hose by mistake, and the water hose exploded, hitting him in the stomach and throwing him to the wall. The worker was conscious and was taken to Bellevue Hospital for treatment. The worker was reported to have treatment and doing fine. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safety measures, as the worker was injured due to the explosion of a water hose. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that electrical work was being performed from a man lift that was at the twenty four foot high ceiling level when a tectum panel/ceiling tile fell and injured a worker. The worker was hit on his hard hat and bit his tongue. The worker was taken to a hospital for medical attention. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to maintain safety measures, as there were inadequate safety measures in place while work was being performed on a man lift. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued to stop all overhead operations. A DOB Violation was also issued. A Means and Methods to prevent a similar incident from occurring in the future must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a laborer was installing winches in the mechanical room when he misstepped and bended his knee. The worker was treated by the on-site medics and was sent to a hospital for observation. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that during a delivery operation, a forklift pushed approximately three to four pieces of sheetrock that fell and struck a worker on his waist. An ambulance was called. The worker’s condition was not known as of the time of inspection. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to maintain safety operations at the site. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all delivery operations.A DOB Violation was also issued. Additional violations unrelated to the incident were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that there were workers using a hammer to perform column form work when a worker was accidentally hit in the elbow by the hammer. The injured worker went to a hospital on his own. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving a plank from a sidewalk shed when it slipped from his hands and landed on his foot. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker twisted his back while lifting a piece of plywood. The worker was taken to an area hospital by ambulance for observation.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped and cut his lip. The worker went to a City M.D. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker stepped on a nail and sustained a puncture wound on his foot. The worker elected to go to a local hospital. No hazardous conditions were found, and all safety measures were in effect. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was carrying a length of curved rebar when the rebar hit the worker in the back. The worker went to a local urgent care center for treatment. This incident occurred at 2:00 PM, but was not reported until later in the day at 5:30 PM
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker in the machine room was using equipment when he was shocked by an extension cord. The worker went to a hospital by ambulance for evaluation. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that there were no unsafe electrical conditions observed. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped over the black hose of a fire extinguisher and twisted his ankle. The worker went to a medical center across the street for treatment. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that a section of construction jersey barrier with the fence fell on the street and hit a pedestrian pizza delivery man. The incident occurred because a gust of wind pushed and knocked the construction jersey barrier onto the street. The injured pedestrian was wearing a helmet, but the construction equipment struck him in his lower legs. An ambulance was called, and the injured pedestrian was transported to a hospital. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard the public and property, and one violation for the failure to maintain a jersey barrier in a code compliant manner, as the jersey barrier sections were not filled with water. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using a ladder to climb out of an approximately twelve foot deep hole when the worker slipped and fell off of the ladder. The worker suffered a hip injury and was taken to an area hospital by an ambulance for observation. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to institute safety measures at the construction site, and one violation for the absence of shoring in the excavated hole. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued. A Means and Methods, a Tool Box Talk, and shoring for the pit must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was climbing off of a scaffold when his pinky finger was pinched in a scaffold cross brace. The finger was swelling, and the worker went to a local clinic to receive treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was exiting a doorway when he hit his head and suffered a minor abrasion. The worker walked to a hospital and received stitches for a minor cut. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber was cutting a pipe when he received a cut on his thumb. The worker walked to a City M.D. on his own to receive treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician tripped and fell on the nineteenth floor deck and cut his chin on rebar. The electrician walked himself to an urgent care center on his own. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was using a knife to strip insulation from wires when he knee was cut by the knife. The electrician went to urgent care for treatment.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was laying rebar for a forming deck when the worker slipped while walking on rebar. The worker fell and hurt his wrist. The worker went to an urgent care center on his own.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a rubber air conditioning shim fell approximately one hundred feet from the above work area, bounced off of a boom lift, and then struck a worker on both of his knees. The worker reportedly went to a local urgent care center. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that there were no rubber air conditioning shims located at the job, and that there was fine mesh debris netting present throughout the above work area. No unsafe conditions were found at the site. No one at the job witnessed the item fall, and no evidence of the reported incident was found. No enforcement action was necessary, as it was determined that the incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error.
A DOB inspector reported that there were carpenters installing a door at the site. The door that was to be installed was leaning against a wall prior to the installation. While a taper/shop steward of the painting contractor at the site was walking by, the door fell on him and struck him on his lower leg and ankle. The struck worker did not have a visible injury, but complained about pain and was transported to a hospital by an ambulance. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safety measures, as the worker was injured due to the improper storage of elements during the installation.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber was installing sprinkler pipes when he felt dizzy while coming down from a ladder and accidentally hit his head by a battery operated screw gun. An ambulance was called, and the worker walked to the ambulance and was then taken to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that skid debris that was in a garbage truck snapped and a piece of the skid debris flew out of the truck and hit a worker in the neck, knocking him out. This happened when the crush gate came down on the skid. The worker was dazed and confused. An ambulance was called to the site. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that the garbage truck involved in the incident was not on site, and that there was no evidence of the piece of skid debris at the site. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to institute safe operations, and one violation for the tampering with the evidence of the incident. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for all garbage removal, as well as two DOB Violations, were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell on his hand and suffered a cut to his palm. The worker went to a City M.D. for observation.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers moving heavy packages on a dolly. As the workers were turning the dolly towards the parking lot at the Chambers Street gate, the workers lost control of the dolly, and all of the packages fell. The packages struck a pedestrian on his elbow and on his feet. The inspector reported that construction activity had been observed on the first through fifth floors and that the floors above the fifth floor were occupied. However, it was observed that the Tenant Protection Plan was not adequate, or was not being maintained, as workers and tenants were getting mixed up at the site because the workers were using the Chambers Street entrance, which was for tenant use only. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the presence of an inadequate tenant protection plan, one violation for the presence of inadequate safety measures, as workers were not using a fall protection system, one violation for the failure to adequately contain or control the dust near the public walkway of the sidewalk, and one violation to the Site Safety Manager for the failure to notify the department of an incident involving an injury to a pedestrian, as it was the injured pedestrian himself that reported the incident. Two partial Stop Work Orders (PSWO) and four DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker lost his left thumb while using a masonry wetsaw machine to cut concrete bricks. The worker was taken to a hospital, where his condition is not known as of this time. The Construction Superintendent at the site stated that the worker had started working on Thursday, March 14, 2019 and that the worker was in possession of an OSHA card, but the Construction Superintendent also stated that he did not know if the worker was trained to operate masonry wetsaw equipment. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to provide hands-on equipment training, and one violation for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for all masonry cutting operations and a DOB Violation were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using a pump to pour cement grout into a concrete masonry unit wall when the hose got blocked, which caused pressure to build up inside of the hose. The pressure inside of the hose was suddenly released, and the hose knocked the worker down, hit him in the head, and caused him to fall down approximately two feet from one scaffolding deck to the next level. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance, where he was reported to have been responding to treatment and in be okay condition. The pump was removed from the scene before the inspector arrived at the site. Five ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard persons and property, as a worker was injured due to defective equipment, equipment that caused the incident, one violation for the tampering with the evidence of the incident, as the concrete pump involved in the incident was removed from the site before inspection, one violation for the presence of sidewalk shed posts on a roadway that were not adequately protected against the accidental impact from moving vehicles, one violation for the absence of a periodic inspection log for the sidewalk shed, and one violation for poor housekeeping. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. A Means and Methods must be provided for the safe operation of the job.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker sustained a foot injury while walking on the construction site. The worker was transported by a co-worker to a local clinic to receive treatment. This incident took place at 12:30 PM, but was not reported until after 4:30 PM, when the site was already closed for the day.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker sustained a cut on his foot from a circular saw. The worker was transported to a local hospital to receive treatment. This incident occurred at 3:30 PM, but was not reported until 4:30, after the site was closed.
A DOB inspector reported that a pedestrian woman was bending over to pick up an item when she was struck in the face by siding that blew over and fell from the site. The pedestrian suffered a laceration to her forehead and was taken to a hospital. The Construction Superintendent for the site responded to the incident and went to the site. A walkthrough of the site with the Construction Superintendent gave the indication that the siding that fell came from the roof, and that the siding fell because of materials and debris was not secured or discarded. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard, one violation for the failure to notify the Department of Buildings of the incident in a timely manner, one violation for the failure of the Construction Superintendent to properly discharge responsibilities, and one violation for the absence of safety logs at the site. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and four DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that on the first floor of the community room, a worker was using a bucket to place concrete when he suffered a minor cut to his right hand. The worker went to a local urgent care center. No enforcement action was deemed necessary, as it was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker twisted his ankle on the street while stepping on a pallet to receive material. The worker was taken to an area hospital.
The Construction Foreman stated that during the cleaning of a dumpster, the door of the dumpster hit a worker’s left leg. The struck worker called for an ambulance, and the ambulance took the worker to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and attempted to visit the site, but the site was closed, and the inspector could not conduct an inspection. The inspector will conduct a follow up inspection on March 27, 2019.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was installing rebars at the fifty-sixth floor for a forming deck. The worker placed a piece of plywood on the working bench that was approximately 10′ X 20′ in order to remove rebar to continue the operation. The plywood was not adequately secured, and when the worker stepped on the plywood, the worker fell three feet onto a working deck. The worker was experiencing back pain and was taken to Bellevue Hospital. All workers’ OSHA cards were presented and reviewed, as well as a site safety log. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for the fifty-sixth floor working deck. A DOB Violation was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that there were two workers that were taking a large window out of a crate in order to prepare for an installation when both workers lost control of the window, which caused the window to fall on them. One of the workers twisted his ankle while attempting to get out of the way of the window, and the second worker complained of neck and shoulder pain from getting out of the way of the falling window. Both workers were taken to a hospital as a precaution. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute safety measures for window operations. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) on window prep and installation for the entire site was also issued. A Means and Methods for the uncrating and installation of windows must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers lowering plywood when a piece of plywood slipped out of one of the worker’s hands. Another worker saw this happen, and when he went to catch the falling plywood, the plywood landed on his foot. The plywood caused some bleeding, and the struck worker’s contractor drove him to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute safety measures. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. A Means and Measures for the safe handling of construction materials must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers that were moving a construction fence out into the sidewalk, with no pedestrian protection in place, when a pedestrian slipped off of the sidewalk. The pedestrian refused medical attention and left the scene of the incident. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard persons and property, one violation for the failure to comply with a Site Safety Plan, one violation for the failure to comply with Department Of Transportation (DOT) regulations, and one violation for the performance of work without a DOT permit to close the sidewalk. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for the installation of new fences. A Means and Methods to safeguard the public during a sidewalk operation must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker missed a step and twisted his knee. An ambulance was called. No enforcement action was taken, as it was determined that this injury occurred as the result of a worker’s error.
A DOB inspector reported that there were three to four workers that were attempting to pick up a window. While the window was being lifted, the window slipped out of one of the worker’s hands and sliced through the glove that he was wearing, cutting through the skin of the top of the palm side of his right middle finger. The injured worker walked to a City M.D. There were no signs of blood found at the incident site. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to institute safety equipment measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all window operations at the site. A DOB Violation was also issued. The Means and Methods for the safe installation of curtain wall, and the installation and moving of windows, throughout the job site must be modified so that the incident does not reoccur.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was dismantling 2″ X 4″ wooden frames that were being used for window protection when he tripped, fell, and hurt his knee. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that the housekeeping of the work area was not adequately maintained, as there was a tripping hazard present. Construction material and debris created the hazardous conditions. The site featured supported scaffolding, but the netting on the scaffolding was not secured, as it was flying in the air. A design drawing for the ramp leading to the loading dock was not available, and the ramp was missing a guardrail and a toe board. An ECB Violation was issued for inadequate housekeeping. Additional ECB Violations and two partial Stop Work Orders (PSWO) were also issued for infractions that were not related to the incident.
A DOB inspector reported that there was a worker that had stacked counter tops in an unsafe manner, which caused one of the counter tops to fall on the worker’s leg. An ambulance was called. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute and maintain safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all material deliveries and handling. A DOB Violation was also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe handling of all materials.
A DOB inspector reported that during the drilling of caissons, there was a compressor hose running between two workers. During the operation, the hose blew, which caused one of the workers to fall to the ground and caused a second worker to fall approximately twenty feet into an excavation. One of the workers was taken to a hospital, where he received X-rays, and the second worker remained on the site. A hazardous condition was created because the high pressure hose was running through other workers, as opposed to through an isolated area. The job also featured other unsafe conditions. Five ECB Violations were issued: one Aggravated Level 2 violation to the Concrete Subcontractor for the failure to institute safety measures, as a worker was injured during a drilling operation, one violation to the Concrete Subcontractor for the failure to provide the manufacturer’s specification for the equipment that was in use, one Aggravated Level 2 violation to the General Contractor for the failure to institute safety measures, as a worker was injured during a drilling operation, one violation to the General Contractor for the use of an inadequate Site Safety Plan, and one violation to the General Contractor for the performance of work without a permit. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. The General Contractor is to obtain an updated Site Safety Plan and a temporary equipment permit and is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got his hand caught between scaffolding and a building, and suffered lacerations to his pinky and ring fingers. The worker was treated by the on-site medic, and was then sent to a nearby medical facility. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and determined that the incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an HVAC installer was installing duct work on the fifth floor when he came into contact with a 277-volt temporary lighting system. Arcing occurred, and the arcing burned the worker’s clothing. The worker went to a hospital for observation. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and issued two ECB Violations: one violation for the presence of unapproved unsafe wiring, as the arcing was caused by the presence of wiring that was defective due to a damaged or burned installation, and one violation for a failure to provide a cover or faceplate, as covers were not installed on the splice boxes. Two DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was working on the ninth floor deck when he tried to plug in an extension cord that had been exposed to water because of rain. The worker received an electrical shock. An ambulance was called and the worker was taken to Jamaica Avenue Hospital. The Site Safety Manager was not notified of the incident until 4:45 PM, because the worker that suffered the shock was told by his foreman to relax in the shanty. It was not until the ambulance arrived that the Site Safety Manager was made aware of the incident. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was unloading rebar at the sixteenth floor deck when he tripped, fell, and dislocated his elbow. The load was not attached to a crane. An ECB Violation was issued for unsafe material handling. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was working in the basement when he stepped on a 2″ X 4″ and a nail went through his boot. The worker took himself to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that the area has piles of construction material and debris present, which created a hazardous condition. A panel of the fence in the backyard was also missing, which made the site accessible from the adjacent property. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain adequate housekeeping, and one violation for the absence of a panel of fence from the site. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all work except for the repairing of the fence, the maintaining of housekeeping, and the installation of protection for the adjoining property and hoist. The General Contractor must ensure all safety measures before the Stop Work Order is lifted.
A DOB inspector reported that a truck driver was removing a spool of electrical wire from his truck when he lost control of the spool and hit himself in the forehead. The truck driver suffered a minor cut and went to a hospital. No enforcement action was necessary, as it was determined that the incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was performing exterior painting when he fell approximately seven feet from a scaffold, falling from the sixth floor to the fifth floor. The worker suffered possible broken ribs and was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and issued eight total ECB Violations: one violation for the absence of a sign-off inspection for scaffolding, one violation for the absence of a daily inspection of scaffolding, one violation for the absence of an inspection log for the sidewalk shed, one violation for the absence of a four hour user certification for the worker on the scaffold that suffered the injury, one violation for the failure to maintain safety measures, as there was no guard rail present near the wall openings on the scaffolding, one violation for the presence of an inadequate Construction Superintendent log, one violation to the General Contractor for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings about the incident, and one violation to the Construction Superintendent for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings about the incident. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all work on supported scaffolding. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that there were two workers that were lowering a suspended scaffold platform in order to take their lunch break. The workers were between the sixth and seventh floor level when a piece of coping stone that was under one of the C-Hooks fell onto one of the workers. The struck worker was rescued by the New York City Fire Department through a window and was transported to a local hospital. The struck worker passed away due to his injuries. The second worker was taken to the hospital for observation, and later returned to the site. Both of the workers were in possession of both sixteen-hour training cards and a Certificate Of Fitness to be on the suspended scaffold. The rigger came to the site and was working on lowering the suspended scaffold platform to the sidewalk shed, and was working on securing a lintel where the two workers were working prior to the incident. A DOB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped on the roof and fell, and that the worker injured his palm on a steel structure while trying to find his balance. A co-worker took the injured worker to a hospital for a checkup. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and issued five ECB Violations: one violation for the failure to institute and maintain adequate safety measures, one violation for the improper storage of materials, one violation for the presence of an inadequate guardrail system, one violation for the absence of guardrails and toe boards from the scaffold, and one violation for the presence of a scaffold platform that was not planked and tied down. Two partial Stop Work Orders (PSWO) were issued: one to stop all work on the roof within ten feet of the open edges, and one to stop all work on the scaffold at exposure one. Five DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker tripped on a hoist ramp and hurt his knee. An ambulance was called. As of the time of inspection, the ramp was in place, and there were no tripping hazards present. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was walking by a baker scaffold when he was hit in the head by a piece of railing that had fallen off. The worker was wearing his hard hat. The worker walked to a City M.D. An ambulance was not called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that there was no evidence found of the worker being hit by a piece of railing, and that the scaffold was in a Controlled Access Zone (CAZ) area. The injured worker had already left the site as of the time of inspection. No enforcement action was necessary.
The New York City Fire Department requested that an inspection please be performed because a worker was injured by falling debris. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that the injury to the worker was minor, and that an ambulance was called and the worker was taken to Kings County Hospital. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure by the permit holder at the site to provide inspection access to the ongoing construction, and one violation to the Construction Superintendent for the failure to perform their duties as per code. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and two DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that there were two workers at a thirteen-story building that were performing brick replacement work underneath the water tank when one of the workers fell from the roof to the grade level. The fallen worker succumbed to his injuries. The fallen worker was not using any fall protection system. There was no permit for the brick replacement work, and there were no guard rails or fall protection systems present. A site safety orientation for working on the penthouse roof was not provided. A DOB Violation was issued to the owner of the building. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker scraped his shin while performing work on the fifth floor. The injured worker was taken to a medical center by the site’s foreman.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers attempting to unload material out of a hoist car. The hoist operator moved out of the way so that the workers could unload the hoist materials. One of the workers leaned a stanchion against railing, and used an “A”-Frame cart to hold the stanchion in place. However, someone bumped the “A”-Frame cart, and the stanchion fell onto the hoist operator’s foot. The hoist operator suffered a slight bruise to his foot, and a co-worker drove him to MD Care. The injured hoist operator was in possession of both a 30-hour OSHA training card and a site safety orientation certificate for April 11, 2019 (the day that the incident occurred). It was determined that the incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error, and that no enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician jammed his fingers while performing drilling. The worker left the site and went to receive emergency care. An ambulance was not called. The incident occurred on the previous day (April 11, 2019), but the Site Safety Manager was not made aware of the incident until the electrician’s foreman reported the incident to the Site Safety Manager at 11:00 AM on April 12, 2019.
The Site Safety Manager reported that there were workers that were unloading materials and equipment from a flatbed truck when a piece of 2″ X 4″ came loose and hit a pedestrian that was in the street. An ambulance was called, and the pedestrian was taken to a hospital for a checkup. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that the site logistics were not in conformance with the Site Safety Plan, and that the sidewalk had been closed inside of the jobsite, which caused the pedestrian to have to walk through the storage area on the street, which caused the incident. Six ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to safeguard persons and property, due to the injury to a pedestrian, one violation for the on-site logistics being contrary to the Site Safety Plan, one violation for the presence of underpinning work that was not following the sequence of the approved plan, one violation for the presence of a ramp that was leading to excavation that was missing a guardrail, one violation for the absence of a valid Department Of Transportation permit to close the sidewalk, and one violation for the presence of an inadequate sign for closing the sidewalk to pedestrians. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. The General Contractor is to obtain an amended Site Safety Plan and provide Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that that while the 7.5 ton counterweight of a crane was being loaded with Liebherr manufactured endless slings, the load was snagged by the rigging gear after it had landed, which caused the counterweight to be pulled up out of its resting position. The counterweight fell approximately fifteen feet, crushing one worker and striking another worker. The worker that was crushed did not survive the event. The counterweight also damaged the carrier. The load was in the eyesight view of the crane operator. No radio communication was being used as of the time of the incident. An assembly meeting was held prior to the assembly of the crane. The crane is going to be dismantled, and the site will be cleared by a forklift. Two DOB Violations, a Cease Use Order (CUO), and a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) were issued. ECB Violations are pending issuance as of April 17, 2019.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was unloading delivered materials on the second floor when he tripped and fell through a hole in the floor, falling to the first floor. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and reported that the worker was conscious when he was removed from the site, but that he was complaining of pain in his arm. The injured worker was wearing fall protection equipment, but, according to the Construction Superintendent, the equipment was not hooked on as of the time of the incident. The inspector also reported that the second floor was not floored, as there were joists that were not fully connected, which created the opening that the worker fell through. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard, as there was inadequate fall protection present at the site. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. The Construction Superintendent is to provide a Means and Methods, as well as an adequate form of fall protection, in order to prevent future incidents. The only type of work that will be allowed at the site is housekeeping and safety measure implications. No new work is to be performed, and no new deliveries are to be made, until the Stop Work Order is rescinded.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker hurt himself while moving a heater in the basement. The worker felt pain in his arm and chest. An ambulance was called. The worker eventually returned to work. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute safety measures. The contractor is removing the heater and Con-Edison is working with an electrician to resolve any problems.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a carpenter entered stair B when he stepped on a screw. The screw went through the worker’s shoe and the worker fell down the stairs and hurt his neck. An ambulance was called, and the worker was taken to Bellevue Hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that there were no witnesses to the incident, and that the injured worker called an ambulance on his own. The inspector also reported that there were no housekeeping issues present at the site, and that there were handrails in place. No enforcement action was necessary. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker error.
A competent person at the site reported that a worker was injured while erecting a sidewalk shed. The injured worker was taken to an area hospital. This incident took place at 5:00 PM on Monday, April 15, 2019, but was not reported until 5:00 PM on Tuesday, April 16, 2019.
A DOB inspector reported that a Bobcat was on a roadway, transporting materials from one end of the site to another, when the Bobcat struck a vehicle that had a passenger in it. The pedestrian passenger complained about dizziness and was transported to a hospital. The pedestrian was released from the hospital. Certified flaggers were in place at the site as of the time of the incident. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued to stop all use of a Bobcat. A DOB Violation was also issued. A Means and Methods to prevent a similar incident from occurring must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician tripped on a conduit during lunch and pulled his hamstring. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker pinched his fingers during lagging operations. The worker went to an emergency room with a co-worker. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that there was a worker that was working off of a six foot high mobile baker scaffold to tape sheetrock. The worker was propelling both himself and the scaffold along a wall when he fell from the scaffold. The New York City Fire Department responded to the incident, placed a neck brace on the injured worker, and transported the worker to a hospital. There were no guardrails on the baker scaffold, and the baker scaffold’s wheels were not locked. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to maintain safety equipment measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all scaffold use on the fifth floor.
A DOB inspector reported that a pedestrian was hit with a piece of concrete during the installation of a sidewalk. The pedestrian was taken to a local hospital, and was reported to be in stable condition. This incident took place on April 17, 2019, but was not reported until April 18, 2019. Two ECB Violations were issued for a failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident: one violation that was issued to the General Contractor, and one violation that was issued to the Site Safety Manager. Two DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was removing plywood from a fourth floor ceiling when he was hit by a small piece of plywood. The worker went to an urgent care center. An ambulance was not called. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safety measures during formwork stripping operations.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cleaning up broken glass when he mishandled some of the glass and cut his wrist. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that there were four 4 X 8 pieces of sheetrock that were on an “A”-Frame. The “A”-Frame tipped over, and the sheetrock hit a worker on their shin. The struck worker went to an emergency room with a co-worker. An ambulance was not called.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was pushing a mini buggy when he hurt his back. The injured worker was sent to a hospital for a checkup.
A DOB inspector reported that there were iron workers that were hoisting a steel tube in place when one of the workers got his finger caught between the steel tube and a steel post, which caused a cut to the worker’s right middle finger. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. All permits at the site were in order, and the log books at the site were up to date. The injured worker was in possession of valid thirty-hour OSHA and scaffold user cards. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to institute or maintain safety measures, one violation for the failure to safeguard persons and property, due to the presence of inadequate vertical netting, and one violation for the presence of pedestrian protection that did not meet code specifications. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for work from the roof level to the thirty-third floor and ten feet away from the perimeter at vertical netting locations. A Means and Methods for the safe installation of steel tubing at the roof must be provided. The vertical netting from the roof down to the thirty-third floor must be repaired. The Yodock barriers must be maintained as per code.
A DOB inspector reported that there two construction workers were surveying for potential future work in the concealed ceiling of an adjacent commercial space in the same building when the workers leaned on part of a Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU) block wall. A brick that was on top of the wall fell into an adjacent service passageway and struck a restaurant employee (a pedestrian). The restaurant employee suffered a laceration to the head and was taken to a local hospital by an ambulance. The injured restaurant employee/pedestrian was not within the job site when the incident occurred. The incident occurred outside of the scope of the filed contract, since it took place approximately 150 feet away from in-progress work. Two ECB Violations were issued: one Aggravated Level 2 violation for the failure to immediately notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident, and one violation for a failure to safeguard. A DOB Violation was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt her leg. The injured worker went to a clinic on her own. The leg was found to be fine, and the worker returned to work.
A DOB inspector reported that the Construction Superintendent was walking down a wooden stair on the first floor when he stepped on a piece of pipe. The pipe rolled, and the Construction Superintendent fell approximately two feet. A co-worker took him to the hospital to get a checkup. The job had a housekeeping problem, there was debris, tools, and materials stored in the walkway and hallway, which reduced egress and created a hazardous condition. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain adequate housekeeping, and one violation for the absence of a design drawing for the wooden stair. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all work on the fourth through seventh floors. The General Contractor must maintain housekeeping before the partial Stop Work Order will be rescinded.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was bringing in components of a material hoist when he strained his back while trying to lift the equipment. The worker went to a hospital to get receive a checkup, and then came back to work. The worker’s foreman then sent the worker home. Facade and roof repair work was in progress under a valid permit. All design drawings and permits were in place. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that an installation of precast concrete planks was in progress when a worker bumped into a loose shoring jack that was supporting the steel lintel over the door. The shoring jack fell and hit the worker’s neck. The worker was transported to a hospital. The Site Safety Manager stated that there was a Controlled Access Zone (CAZ) on the floor, but that the injured worker did not follow the instructions. Four ECB Violations were issued: one Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation to the General Contractor for a failure to safeguard persons and property, one violation to the Concrete Subcontractor for a failure to safeguard, one violation to the Scaffolding Contractor for a failure to safeguard, and one violation for the failure of the injured worker to attend the pre-rest meeting for that day. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued. Four DOB Violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker stepped on a nail while performing a property survey. The worker went to an urgent cate center.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker misstepped, slipped off of an “A”-Frame ladder, and hurt his knee. The worker was seen by the on-site medic, and was then transported to a hospital by an ambulance.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was attempting to climb a baker scaffold when he fell six feet. The worker was found conscious. An ambulance was called. The General Contractor and the Subcontractor provided a thirty-hour OSHA card and a New York City ID card for the worker, but did not provide a four hour supported scaffold user certificate. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to provide a scaffold training certification, and one violation for the failure to adequately restrain the scaffold from tipping, as per code. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all use of a baker scaffold. A valid supported scaffold user certification and a toolbox talk for the use and installation of a baker scaffold must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was struck in the shoulder by a falling beam during the installation of a sidewalk shed. The worker was found conscious, but was experiencing pain and was taken to a hospital. According to a New York City Housing Authority architect, an emergency sidewalk shed was being erected due to the presence of an unsafe facade. However, a Cycle 7 report was filed on August 9, 2013, and a Cycle 8 report has not yet been filed. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to safeguard persons and property, as a worker was injured, one violation for the tampering with the evidence of an incident, as the beam that had fallen was removed, one violation for the erecting of a sidewalk shed without a permit, and one violation for the failure to file a Cycle 8 facade report. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a brick siding was in the process of being removed when a section of brick that was approximately 4′ X 5′ became dislodged and fell onto a driveway at the Exposure 2 ground level. A construction worker suffered a minor injury and was transported to an area hospital. Two Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard, and one violation for the presence of inadequate housekeeping, as there was a large accumulation of construction debris that created a health and fire hazard and obstructed egress to the job site. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued. Two DOB Violations were also issued.
A worker tripped and fell backwards while working on a roof. The injured worker was transported by ambulance to an area hospital.
A DOB inspector reported that two workers were performing masonry work on a supported scaffold at the fourth floor level. The scaffolding was not erected properly, the scaffold was missing a base plate and a mud slide. The pole of the scaffolding broke through a floor deck that was constructed of structural panel board, which caused the scaffolding to collapse towards the wall. Both of the workers lost their balance and fell. One of the workers fell approximately thirty feet to the grade, and the second worker fell inward to the floor. Both workers suffered non-life threatening injuries and were taken to a hospital by the New York City Fire Department (FDNY). An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to provide adequate safety measures during a masonry operation. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a carpenter was walking down the stairs from the third floor to the second floor when he slipped and fell approximately six to seven steps. The worker was experiencing pain in his neck, right knee, and hip. An ambulance was called. The stairs were found to be free of any slipping or tripping hazards. No material or debris was stored on the stairs, and the hand rails were in place and were adequately illuminated. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a pipe to bend rebar back into position when the rebar broke and the pipe that the worker was using hit the worker in the ear. An ambulance was called.
A DOB inspector reported that an elevator cart was being built on the second floor when an elevator worker cut his hand on an elevator panel that was being installed. The worker went to a local hospital, where he was treated and then released. The Site Safety Manager at the site stated that the worker had work gloves at the start of the operation. No unsafe conditions were observed in the work area. No enforcement action was necesary.
A DOB inspector reported that a rebar at the ground level that was inadequately secured came loose and struck a worker in the face. An ambulance was called, and the worker was transported to a hospital. The worker received treatment and then returned to work at the site. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain safety at the site, one violation for the absence of a concrete safety log book at the site, and one violation for the absence of a designated Concrete Safety Manager at the site. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all concrete operations.
A DOB inspector reported that a backhoe vehicle was being operated by an unauthorized driver inside of the fence area. The backhoe struck a fence, and a 4′ X 8′ section of the fence fell onto a female pedestrian. The injured pedestrian was transported to a local hospital. The collapsed plywood was restored. The Site Superintendent was present at the site as of the time of the inspection, but did not notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident (the incident was reported by the New York City Fire Department). Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard, one violation to the General Contractor for the failure to possess or maintain a required daily log, one violation for the property owner for the failure to possess or maintain a require daily log, and one violation for failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of an incident that featured a fatality. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was sitting on a gang box during a cofee break when he pulled a wire that was coming out from below the gang box and suffered a cut to his hand. The on-site medic wrapped the worker’s hand and sent the injured worker to a hospital for treatment.
The site superintendent reported that a worker was loading pieces of glass into a dumpster when one of the pieces of glass was dropped and cut the worker’s leg. The worker was transported to a local hospital by an ambulance to receive treatment.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using a handheld grinder to grind a concrete surface on the roof when the grinder slipped out of the worker’s hands and fell on her right knee. The worker suffered an injury to her right knee and was sent to an urgent care center. An ambulance was not called. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to conduct a pre-shift safety meeting prior to the commencement of the operation, one violation for the failure to provide a site-specific safety orentation to the worker that was injured, as the worker does not speak English, one violation for the failure to provide proof of the worker’s experience with using a grinder, and one violation for the failue to provide an inspection record for the safety strap and the improper installation of a safety strap around a sharp-edged metal without a softenter. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job, including a site-specific safety orientation for all workers, as well as Tool Box Talks.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers that were using a pallet jack and an “A”-Frame to move large granite tiles when the workers lost balance and a tile hit a worker in the knee. The tiles were not secured properly. The struck worker went to a hospital on his own. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain safety measures, as a worker was injured during a large-size granite tile moving operation, and one violation for the failure to conduct a pre-shift meeting before the commencement of the operation. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all material handling. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods, along with a material handling plan and a worker’s safety orientation, for the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that a rigger was working inside of a thirty-yard container and was unloading a debris bag from inside of a smaller box when his leg got caught in a pinch point. The rigger suffered a severe injury and required medical attention. The rigger had positioned himself poorly within the pinch point. A sixteen-hour certification was provided for the injured rigger, but the injured rigger did not attend a pre-shift tower crane meeting. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation to the General Contractor for the presence of inadequate safety measures, as a crane was operated in an unsafe manner, one violation to the user for the presence of inadequate safety measures, as a crane was operated in an unsafe manner, and one violation for the performance of work that did not conform with approved construction documents. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was stripping plywood when the plywood hit his hand. The worker’s hand was bleeding so the worker went to an urgent care center. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was removing a support jack for concrete when he got his right index finger caught in the bottom lip of the jack support. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was grinding a piece of metal when his hand moved and his thumb was cut. The worker walked over to an emergency room. An ambulance was not called.
The Safety Director reported that a worker injured his back when he bent down to pick up a box of tiles. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell from a ladder on the first floor. The worker was found conscious, and an ambulance was called to take the worker to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued two ECB Violations: one violation for a failure to safeguard, and one violation for the failure to provide a pre-shift safety meeting. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods, a Tool Box Talk, and a pre-shift safety meeting.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was preparing to commence masonry work around a stair shaft when he removed the guard rails from the edges of the shaft. The worker fell nine feet through the shaft to the cellar floor and suffered a critical injury. The worker was transported to Bellevue Hospital. There were no safety measures in place consisting of a Controlled Access Zone (CAZ) and effective fall protection for performing a leading edge operation, and the worker was not using a safety harness or an anchor point. Six ECB Violations were issued: one Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard persons and property, as there were no safety measures in place for a leading edge operation, one violation for the performance of work that did not conform to the construction document, one violation for the failure to maintain egress that was free of obstructions, one violation for the presence of a job site fence that was swinging outward, one violation for the presence of a broken sidewalk in front of the site that was full of tripping hazards, and one violation to the General Contractor for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of an accident that involved an injury to a worker. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods with a worker’s orientation for the safe operation of the job site. Additional safety measures may be required upon review before the full Stop Work Order will be rescinded.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving containers when his finger got pinched between two containers. An ambulance transported the worker to a hospital.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using a grinder with a 4 and 1/2 inch cut-off wheel to cut metal studs in place when the wheel of the grinder shattered and hit the worker above his upper lip. The worker suffered a laceration and was taken to a hospital, where he was reported to be okay. Six thirty-hour OSHA cards were provided. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to safeguard all persons and property. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on metal framing operations and grinding operations on the nineteenth floor. A DOB Violation was also issued. A Means and Methods for safe steel stud installations and grinder operations must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was draining hydraulic fluid from a line when he was splashed in the eye by the fluid. The worker flushed out his eye, and then went to see an eye doctor. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker slid down an open elevator hatch door on the third floor and fell approximately forty feet into a pit. The worker suffered fractured ribs and a broken tailbone and was taken to Methodist Hospital, where he was reported to be in stable condition. Fourteen total ECB Violations were issued: one violation to the General Contractor for a failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of an incident involving a worker injury, one violation to the Construction Superintendent for a failure to notify DOB of an incident involving a worker injury, one violation to the Construction Superintendent for the failure to perform his duties as per code, one violation for the presence of a supported pipe scaffold platform that was not secured and tied down, one violation for the presence of debris and material on the supported pipe scaffold while it was not in use, one violation for the absence of vertical netting at the perimeter of the building, one violation for the failure to institute and maintain safety equipment measures and temporary construction, one violation for the presence of temporary construction equipment on site with an expired permit, one violation for a failure to safeguard the public and property, one violation for the absence of barriers at the stroage area and work zone at exposure 2, one violation for the failure to promptly notify DOB of an incident involving damage to an adjoining property, one violation for the failure to extend the adjacent property chimney at exposure four, one violation for the failure to provide a loads-imposed letter for the supported pipe scaffolding on the sidewalk shed, one violation for the failure to perform an installation inspection on the supported pipe scaffolding, and one violation for the failure to provide an installation inspection for the sidewalk shed. Thirteen DOB Violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was lifting rebar when he hit himself in the chin. The worker went with his supervisor to an urgent care center. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that five workers were engaged in an operation to install a granite countertop. Four of the workers were lifting up the countertop, and the fifth worker was pulling out an “A”-Frame cart, when the worker pulling out the “A”-Frame cart stepped backwards and tripped and the “A’-Frame fell onto his left leg. The worker suffered scratches and bruises and was taken to Mount Sinai Hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all material handling. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods, along with a worker orientation for the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using a cart to move his equipment when he accidentally slammed his left middle finger between the cart and a wall. The worker went to a local City M.D. to receive treatment. There were no slipping or tripping hazards present at the site, and there were no other hazardous conditions observed. This incident was considered to have occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that there was a worker working underneath a sidewalk shed when he was struck by a 4 X 8 piece of plywood that fell from a gap between the sidewalk shed and the building during a facade operation underway. The worker suffered an injury to his left arm and was transported to a hospital. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to institute and maintain safe operations, and one violation for the presence of a sidewalk shed that was not sealed. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for the use of suspended scaffolds and sidewalk shed deck until all of the gaps are sealed.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker fell from a job site ladder. The worker suffered minor injuries and was taken to an area hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was walking up the stairs of a supported scaffold while carrying an extension cord in his hand when the end of the extension cord got caught on the handrail, which caused the worker’s foot to slip between the first and second step and caused the worker to fall against the guardrail. The worker did not appear to have any visible injuries, but complained of pain. The worker was taken to Lenox Hill Hospital. The facade work that was being performed on exposure three was completed, and the scaffold was in the process of being removed when the incident occurred. Design drawings for the scaffold, a ten hour OSHA card, and a log book and daily log for the scaffold were provided. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to institute or maintain safety equipment measures or temporary construction. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for the use and dismantling of a scaffold was also issued. A Means and Measures for the safe use and dismantling of a support scaffold must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was digging soil in order to allow for foundation waterproofing when he fell approximately four feet into a ditch. The worker hurt his ankle and was taken to Belleview Hospital by an ambulance. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard, one violation for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of an incident that resulted in an injury to a construction worker, and one violation for the failure to provide a sidewalk shed or pedestrian protection. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was cleaning debris on the scaffolding deck at the fifth floor level when the worker fell from the fifth floor to the second floor. An ambulance took the injured worker to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The worker was not using a safety harness, and the scaffolding deck was missing two pieces of planks and did not have any guardrails present. A DOB Violation and a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for safe operations.
A DOB inspector reported that there was a suspended scaffold present at the second floor level. The power line of the scaffold was tied to the scaffold’s railing. A worker used a ladder to gain access to the scaffold and released the scaffold from its hook in order to begin to lower it. However, the scaffold’s power line had not been untied before the scaffold was lowered, which caused the railing to pop up and hit the worker in the face. The injured worker was taken to Lincoln Hospital, where he received stitches. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failiure to maintain safety measures, and one violation for the failure to conduct a pre-shift safety meeting. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all use of suspended scaffolding. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for safe operations, along with a worker’s orientation.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was working on an electrical panel when he was zapped and received exit wounds on his wrist. The worker was conscious. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that the entire building used temporary wiring that was not 7/’6 and not properly supported. It appears that the inciident was caused by a worker error. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violations for the performance of electrical work without a permit, and one violation for the use of unapproved, unsafe, or unsuitable electrical equipment or wiring. Two DOB Violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a machine worker was cleaning glass when his finger got caught between glass and a machine. The worker left the site to see a medic.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was removing existing beams from the cellar level when the worker got his finger pinched between a scaffold frame and a door jam. The worker was taken to Mount Sinai Hospital. The worker was in possession of an OSHA 30 card and a four hour supported scaffold user card. The incident took place on May 20, 2019, but a notification of the incident was not received until May 22, 2019. Two ECB Violations were issued; one to the General Contractor, and one to the Construction Superintendent, for the failure to immediately notify the Department Of Buildings of an accident at a construction or demolition site.
A DOB Inspector reported that there was work being performed on a sidewalk shed prior to running a new service, so a temporary walkway was made in the street with barriers and a chain-link fence, as permitted by the Department Of Transportation (DOT). A pedestrian was walking in the temporary walkway when the fence moved and hit the pedestrian’s shoulder. The pedestrian complained that their shoulder was injured and called an ambulance. The Site Safety Manager did not see any bruises or signs of injury. No hazardous conditions were observed at the site. A scaffold and netting were in place at the front of the building. The fence was removed from barriers. A flag man was in place. No enforcement action was taken.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was working on a 277-volt system when he touched a live current and suffered a shock. An ambulance was called and the worker was taken to a hospital. The worker failed to de-energize the system before he began his work. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was on a ladder and measuring a piece of stone infill under a canopy when the ladder tipped over and fell. The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) called an ambulance. The worker was transported to a hospital, treated for a fractured leg, and then released from a hospital. This incident took place on May 22, 2019, but was not reported to the Site Safety Manager until May 24, 2019. A DOB Inspector responded to the incident, but the job site was closed. A follow up inspection was performed on Tuesday, May 28, 2019, and an ECB Violation was issued for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers that setting up a rig and adding a section to an auger. One of the workers was cleaning and greasing the bit when the parts moved, and the worker got the fingertips of his middle and pointer fingers cut off and also suffered an injury to a third finger. The worker was taken to a hospital, where he was reported to be in stable condition. An ECB Violation was issued for unsafe equipment use. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued to stop all drilling operations. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods and a worker’s orientation for the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that at the site, there was a chain link fence present on plastic barriers on the street that were being used for the storage area. The barriers were not continuous. A bus stopped, and a passenger/pedestrian stepped off of the bus. Wind knocked down a section of the fence, and a section of the fence hit the pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered an injury and was taken to Mount Sinai Hospital, where the pedestrian was reported to be under treatment and in fine condition. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard persons and property, as a pedestrian was injured by a fallen section of fence, and one violation for the presence of site logistics that were not as per the approved Site Safety Plan. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued to stop all activity on the storage area, including all shipping and deliveries. The General Contractor at the site is to provide a Means and Methods for safe operation, as well as an updated Site Safety Plan.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that an electrician was using a grinder to cut a pipe when he suffered a cut to his middle finger. The injured electrician took an Uber to a clinic.
A DOB inspector reported that a flag person was walking in front of a forklift with a telescopic boom when the flag person tripped. The forklift operator had the glare of the sun in his eyes, and the forklift accidentally ran over the fallen flag person’s leg. The flag person was taken to a hospital, where he was reported to have suffered a broken femur and internal injuries. The flag person underwent emergency surgery. The General Contractor at the site provided a Flagger Training Course, as well as a 30-Hour OSHA Card for the injured worker. The forklift operator provided a V11 Rough Terrain Operator training certification and a 30-Hour OSHA Card. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to provide adequate barriers for the work zone, and a second violation for the failure to provide safety measures for a forklift operation. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all exterior work and the use of a forklift at the location until adequate safety measures for operations going forward are provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a carpenter was cutting a wooden stud with a circular saw when the saw bounced and the worker received a cut on his hand. The worker was treated by the on-site medic. The on-site medic sent the worker to a hospital to get stitches.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers that were attempting to lower styrofoam from the second floor terrace to the first floor through the opening of a skylight. The skylight was temporarily covered by a tarp that was being held in place by paving blocks. While the tarp from the skylight was being removed, a paving block fell through the skylight to the floor below, bounced off of the floor, and hit the foot of a worker that was standing on the lower floor. The struck worker suffered a leg injury and was sent to a hospital for treatment. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard persons and property affected by construction operations, as a worker was injured due to unsafe activity, one violation for the improper storage of materials on a setback without securing the materials from wind, and a third violation for the absence of a design drawing for the temporary skylight cover. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all work on the second floor terrace and skylight. The General Contractor must comply with the Stop Work Order and provide a Means and Methods, as well as a worker’s orientation, for the safe operation of the job.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was carrying buckets while attempting to walk off of the job site at the end of the day when he slipped and fell three steps. The worker went to a hospital, where he was reported to have suffered a broken leg. No unsafe conditions observed as of the time of inspection. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that an electrician was working in the switch gear room when he brushed up against a service bus and was shocked. Another worker knocked him off of the connection. The shocked electrician was taken to a hospital. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was going down a stair tower when he slipped, fell approximately two steps, and hurt his lower back. The worker complained about pain. A co-worker took the injured worker to a hospital. This incident occurred as the result of a worker error.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker slipped off of a ladder and fell five feet to the ground. The worker went to a hospital as a precaution.
A DOB inspector reported that a scaffolding erector was modifying scaffolding on the tenth floor level when he dropped a drill to the lower level. A carpenter that was performing façade work on the lower level that was not associated with the scaffolding operation was struck on his head and shoulder by the drill. The Site Safety Manager took the injured carpenter to a hospital for observation. Five ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to provide safety measures for a scaffolding operation, one violation for the failure to maintain a three inch gap between the building and the scaffolding, one violation for the failure to provide a guardrail system, one violation for the presence of inadequate planking on the scaffolding, and one violation for the absence of pins on the scaffolding. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all scaffolding operations on the exterior of the building.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was working in an elevator shaft removing formwork when he fell sixteen feet into the elevator pit. The worker suffered a broken leg and was transported to a hospital in stable condition. There was no fall protection or safety measures in place. Seven ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to institute safety measures for operations, one violation for the failure to provide pre-shift safety measures for operation, one violation for the failure to provide a guardrail system for a ramp, one violation for the failure to maintain fence, as required, one violation for the failure to maintain weatherproofing for the adjacent property, one violation for the failure to maintain a sanitary facility, as required, and one violation for the failure of the Construction Superintendent to perform their duties. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was receiving a rebar delivery on the second floor level when the worker slipped, fell, and injured himself on rebar that was protruding from the second floor. The worker was taken to a hospital in stable condition. Five ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to provide and maintain sidewalk shed as required, one violation for the presence of site conditions that do not conform to approved construction documents, one violation for the failure to provide safety measures for rebar delivery, one violation for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings prior to the commencement of earthwork, and one violation for the failure of the Construction Superintendent to perform their duties as per code. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a hammer to loosen a drill bit when he accidentally hit his left hand. The worker went to urgent care and then returned to work.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was working on a guard rail system that was around a stairwell opening when he fell through the stairwell opening from the second story floor level to the first story concrete slab. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance in a conscious and responsive state. The workers at the site were in possession of ten-hour OSHA cards. Five ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain safety measures, one violation for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the accident, one violation for the failure to provide task-specific orientation or training, one violation for the failure to have the Construction Superintendent or a Competent Person on the site, and one violation for the failure to provide a log book for construction operations. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and five DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using an eight foot tall “A”-Frame ladder and was about four feet high when he lost his balance, fell, and suffered an injury to his right leg. The worker was taken to a hospital. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard, and one violation for the failure to maintain or provide a Site Safety Plan. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and two DOB Violations were also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for safe operations moving forward, as well as a Site Safety Plan.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was stripping formwork on the fifty-fifth floor when a piece of formwork hit the ground, bounced, and struck the worker’s foot. The worker was checked on site, and then requested an ambulance. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was pushing a mini-container of debris up a ramp when the mini-container started to tip. The worker tried to prevent the mini-container from falling and suffered a cut to his arm. The worker went to a hospital by ambulance, where he received twenty stitches. This incident occurred on June 3, 2019, but was not reported by the Construction Superintendent until June 4, 2019. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident. A DOB Violation was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that there were two workers carrying a 4 X 8 pipe when one of the workers slipped and hurt his shoulder. The injured worker went to see the on-site medic and then went on his own to an urgent care center that was near the job site.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was taking measurements to install the design ceiling on the fifth floor when he fell off of the fourth rung of a six foot tall ladder and was impaled in his side by a snip that was in his tool belt. The worker was taken to Cornell Hospital, where he underwent immediate surgery. There were no unsafe conditions observed at the site as of the time of inspection. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was walking with stilts and was lifting a few metal studs when he lost his balance and fell to the floor. The worker complained about pain on his knee and requested medical attention. The worker was taken to a hospital. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that there were sign hangers using a man lift to install a new sign on a façade when debris fell through a small gap in the sidewalk shed’s parapet and struck a child in the head. The child suffered a small cut, but no stitches were required. The sign hanger left the man lift and the site. The sign company crew eventually returned to the site and removed the man lift from the sidewalk shed deck. Two ECB Violations were issued: one Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard, and one violation for the presence of pedestrian protection that did not meet code requirements. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued on all sign hanging operations. All gaps in the sidewalk shed must be closed. A Means and Methods for safe operations moving forward must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker injured his finger while installing shoe moldings. The worker walked to an urgent care center. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that during a concrete cleaning operation at the grade level, concrete residue became dislodged and spilled onto the opposite side of the street, hitting and injuring a pedestrian. The pedestrian went to a local urgent care center, where she was diagnosed with a concussion. Seven ECB Violations were issued: one violation to the main General Contractor at the site for a failure to safeguard the public, one violation to the Concrete General Contractor at the site for a failure to safeguard the public, one violation for the tampering and cleaning up of the area of an accident, one violation for the performance of work that does not conform to the approved design drawing, one violation for the failure to provide window protection, one violation to the permit holder for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of an incident, and one violation to the Concrete Safety Manager for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of an incident. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a concrete truck driver was washing out the truck when he tripped and scraped his left ear on the stair tower of the truck. Paramedics were called, and the truck driver was taken to a local hospital. All permits at the site were valid, and no violating conditions were found. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker fell approximately ten feet off a ladder and suffered a broken arm. The injured worker was taken to Jamaica Hospital. Two ECB Violations were issued: One violation for a failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of an incident, and one violation for the absence of protection for life lines and suspended ropes. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker cut his finger while using a skill saw. The worker went to seek medical attention in order to be further examined. The material that the worker was using the tool on was not secured as per the manufacturer’s specifications. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to institute or maintain safety at the site, and one violation for the tampering with the site of the incident. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and two DOB Violations were issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pushing a mini-debris cart when he cut his finger on material. The worker went to an urgent care center. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that iron workers were rolling tube steel for a curtain wall installation when one of the workers got his finger pinched and lost a finger nail. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance.
A DOB inspector reported that workers were lifting cement boards on the seventh floor “C”-Joists from the boom truck. There was no floor deck present on the seventh floor, and the “C”-Joists were not secured or braced. The “C”-Joists rolled over, became twisted, and fell to the sixth floor. Two workers suffered injuries and were taken to a hospital by an ambulance. One worker received four stitches to his head, and the other worker suffered a back injury. The sixth floor framing that was below the collapse suffered local damage. The areas that were below the collapse on the fifth and sixth floors were netted off to prevent access. Five ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to safeguard persons and property, one violation for the failure to conduct a pre-shift safety meeting, one violation for the performance of unsafe construction activity, as material was loaded onto unfinished and unbraced floor framing, one violation for the presence of supported scaffolding that was not fully planked, and one violation for the presence of poor housekeeping. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and five DOB Violations were also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Professional Engineer’s report on the structural stability of the building for cleanup and restoration of the collapsed area. As per the Professional Engineer’s recommendation, loads from the seventh floor will be taken down using mechanical equipment in order to prevent further collapse and to secure worker safety. The work to take down the loads from the seventh floor will be performed in the presence of the Professional Engineer.
The Site Safety Manager reported that two workers were putting up decking when one of the workers accidentally hit the hand of the other worker while hammering. The on-site medic evaluated the injured worker’s hand, and the worker then went to a clinic.
A DOB inspector reported that an elevator installer had used a dolly to move elevator rails to the thirtieth floor elevator shaft. The elevator installer was stacking out the rails by himself when he lost his balance and got his fingers crushed between a rail and a concrete floor slab. An ambulance was called. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation was issued for the failure to maintain safety measures, due to improper material handling, and one violation for the unlawful performance of the Site Safety Manager’s responsibilities, as the Site Safety Manager’s license had expired. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all elevator installation work. The General Contractor at the site is to provide a Means and Methods for safe material handling, as well as a worker orientation.
A DOB inspector reported that a coping stone fell from the eighteenth floor, bounced off of a seventeenth floor setback, and then landed onto the street. The coping stone exploded into smaller pieces upon contact with the ground. A female pedestrian was impacted by the debris. She did not suffer any lacerations, but was taken to a hospital for observation. A second pedestrian, a male companion of the female, was not injured, but went to a hospital to be evaluated. A suspended scaffold platform that was hanging from the “C”-Hook was lowered to the fifteenth floor setback and was secured. The rigging equipment at the eighteenth floor setback was removed. Six ECB Violations were issued: one Aggravated Level 2 violation for a failure to safeguard persons and property, one violation for the failure to report the incident, one violation for the use of suspended scaffold wire rope that was not vertical, one violation for the failure to perform a safe and proper inspection of a suspended scaffold, one violation for the failure to comply with the manufacturer’s specifications for standoff brackets, and one violation for the failure to provide protection from sharp edges for lifelines and cables. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for the use of suspended scaffolding. Six DOB Violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pulling in horizontal nets for jumping when he hurt his back. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an iron worker was using a magnetic drill when his glove got caught in the drill and the tip of his thumb was cut. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was putting an oxygen tank into a cage when he dropped the bottom edge on his toe. The worker went to urgent care on his own. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was installing vertical safety netting near the stair shaft on the first floor when he fell into the basement and landed on gravel. The worker was found conscious and was taken to Elmhurst Hospital by ambulance. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain safety measures, as there was no fall protection in place during a leading edge operation, one violation for the failure to maintain a pre-shift safety orientation, and one violation for the failure to perform a hydrostatic test on a standpipe. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods with a worker orientation for the safe operation of the job.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a pedestrian tripped and fell on a Con Edison plate that was underneath a sidewalk shed. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded and reported that metal plates were in place over the Con Edison Vault on the sidewalk in front of the job site, and that the edge of the plate was not marked with high visibility paint, nor was it sloped to reduce a tripping hazard. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to maintain that the areas used by the public were free from a slipping or tripping hazard.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was fixing a fan on the roof when he slipped and hurt his arm and ear. The worker went to a City MD on his own. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that a mason worker was using a power jack to move a mini-container when he got his finger caught between the power jack and the mini-container. EMS was called, and the worker was transported to a hospital. The worker did not suffer a life-threatening injury. The worker did not have a pre-shift safety meeting for the day, and his last safety orientation was on April 15, 2019. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to have a pre-shift safety meeting on the day of the incident, one violation for the absence of guardrails on the roof, which left the workers without fall protection, and one violation for the presence of a supported scaffold that does not meet the building code, as the scaffold was missing guard rails and had piles of brick stored at different levels. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for the use of supported scaffolds and work on the roof.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was dismantling scaffolding from a building and was using a rope and pulley to lower the scaffolding elements when the rope got stuck. When the worker tried to release the rope, the pulley came loose, fell, and hit the worker on his hard hat, causing a cut to his head and shoulder. The worker was taken to a hospital by an FDNY ambulance in a conscious state. The worker was expected to receive stitches and be released from the hospital later on during the day. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to institute safety measures, one violation for the presence of inadequate logs, one violation for the failure to have a competent person on the site, as per code, and one violation for the failure of the Construction Superintendent to perform their duties. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was standing on a frame of formwork while performing a stripping operation on formwork that was on the wall in the second basement when he slipped. When the worker tried to prevent his fall, he grabbed a temporary electric line and was shocked. The worker was able to walk from the place where the incident took place to the on-site medic’s office. The medic checked out the worker, said that he was fine, and then sent him to the hospital for further evaluation. The worker’s safety harness was not tied off to a safe anchor point. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain safety measures, as there was no adequate fall protection present for the worker that was working on the frame of formwork, one violation for the presence of inadequate housekeeping, as there was approximately two feet of water on the floor at the work area, one violation for the presence of a power outlet that was without a cover and electrical cables that were running in water, which created a hazardous condition, and one violation for the presence of unapproved and unsafe wiring, as ground-fault-circuit interrupter protection for the temporary wiring was not installed and the temporary wiring on the floor was not protected from physical damage. One DOB Violation was also issued. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all striping operations. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods, including a worker’s orientation, for the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker at the cellar level was in the process of moving ducts that were stored over a sump pit when the worker stepped on a plank. The plank was not secured, and the worker stepping on the unsecured plank caused the plank to shift, which then caused the worker to fall over into the stored plank. The worker suffered a cut to his forearm and was taken to a local hospital for treatment. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued because of the presence of inadequate protection at the pump room.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers using a portable concrete mixer to perform a concrete operation on the sixth floor. The mixer was unattended when laborers attempted to move the mixer to another location. When the laborers attempted to move the mixer, a switch was touched, which rotated the mixer and caused a cut to the finger of one of the laborers that was assisting with the moving of the mixer. The laborer that had been cut was taken to a nearby urgent care center, where he received five stitches for his finger. The struck laborer took the rest of the day off. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain and institute safety equipment measures and temporary construction equipment, and one violation for the failure to provide a competent person and a periodic inspection record for equipment. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all on site equipment usage. Two DOB Violations were also issued. The General Contractor is to provide an adequate inspection record on all equipment and site-specific training/orientation for equipment usage and operations with equipment going forward.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was unloading metal angles from a flatbed truck when his left hand was pinned between the metal angles. The worker was taken to a hospital by a co-worker and received three stitches on his wrist before being released. Five ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain safety measures, as a worker was injured during material handling, one violation for the failure to provide adequate fall protection, as a worker was on the leading edge with no fall protection in place, one violation for the unsafe storage of materials near the sidewalk, one violation for the presence of inadequate pedestrian protection at the storage area near the public walkway, and one violation for the absence of a barricade, warning sign, or light around the material stored on the street to protect vehicular traffic. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued to stop all leading edge work and material handling, including deliveries. The General Contractor is to comply with all violations and provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers relocating scaffolding platform planks when a plank slipped out of a worker’s hand, fell to the next level, and hit another worker. The injured worker was okay, but was taken to an urgent care center for a checkup because he was complaining about pain. The scaffolding was found to have more planked levels than allowed by the approved plan, and also contained hazardous housekeeping issues. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain safety measures, as a worker was injured during a scaffolding modification, one violation for the failure to maintain scaffolding as per code, and one violation for the failure to maintain adequate housekeeping. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job before the Stop Work Order will be lifted.
A DOB inspector reported that a female pedestrian was walking her dog when she slipped and fell on a temporary ramp that was outside of the building. An ambulance was called to the site. This incident occurred on Wednesday, June 19, 2019, but was not reported until Thursday, June 20, 2019. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of an incident that featured an injury or fatality in a timely manner, and one violation for the failure to institute safety measures or temporary construction, as there were no handrails present. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued at exposure one.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was working on the ground level when he got his right middle finger pinched when another worker was passing down rebar. The injured worker was taken to the Brooklyn Hospital Center. The workers at the site were in possession of current OSHA cards, and a pre-shift safety meeting was conducted. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard, and one violation for the failure to provide formwork design drawing for the foundation. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on middle area 1B to stop rebar and concrete work. Two DOB Violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was dismantling a hoist platform and was stacking beams when a beam rolled over and the worker suffered a cut to his leg. The on-site medic checked the worker and sent the worker to a clinic to receive treatment. The worker was expected to return to work.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker fell off of an “A”-Frame ladder while working on HVAC ducts. The worker claimed to be suffering from back pain and was taken to Elmhurst Hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to institute and maintain safe operations. A DOB Violation was also issued. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on the use of an “A”-Frame ladder. A Means and Methods must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker slipped off of the modular stairs at the site and fell approximately six feet. The worker slipped because of rain. The injured worker called 911 and was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to conduct a pre-shift safety meeting, and one violation for the failure to conduct a safety coordination meeting. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for structural work. Two DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that two workers that were receiving electrical supplies, a pipe and a kindorf, at the grade level. One of the workers abruptly released the pipe, which caused the other worker to lose control and injure himself. The injured worker suffered a cut and was taken to a hospital by a foreman, where he received stitches and was allowed to go home after treatment. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the tampering with an area where an incident occurred, and one violation for the failure to maintain safety measures for operation. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for all deliveries to the site and two DOB Violations were also issued. A Means and Methods for safe operation moving forward must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was working on a supported pipe scaffold to perform masonry work on the third floor level when a wooden scaffolding plank broke and the worker fell three feet and six inches. The worker landed on his right wrist and injured himself. The injured worker was taken to a hospital by a foreman, where he received treatment and was then released. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to institute and maintain safety measures, one violation for the absence of a user certificate for scaffolding use, one violation for the absence of a sidewalk shed where required, and one violation for the absence of a design drawing for overhead protection. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and four DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was putting on stilts in order to perform spackle work when he slipped, lost balance, and cut his arm on duct work. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. There were no tripping or slipping hazards observed at the site. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error, and no enforcement action was taken.
A DOB inspector reported that during a delivery at the ground level, an “A”-Frame that was loaded with sheetrock tipped and injured a worker’s foot. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safety at the site. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all deliveries at the site. Two additional ECB Violations were issued for infractions that were not related to the incident. A DOB Violation was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker removed his harness and came down from a pipe scaffold before he returned to the scaffold to pick up a meal of his. The worker stumbled and fell from the second level onto the sidewalk (approximately 12-14 feet). The worker succumbed to his injuries from the fall. The pipe scaffold erected at the site was approximately fifty feet in height. There were no permits for the erection for the scaffold, and there were no Design Drawings for the scaffold present on the site. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for the performance of work without a permit. A DOB Violation and a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using an “A”-Frame dolly to move decking material when he fell from a makeshift ramp and got pinned between the “A’-Frame dolly and the building. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to institute safety and for unsafe material handling, and one violation for the absence of a design drawing for the makeshift ramp. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and two DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB Inspector reported that a worker was standing on top of the dumpster at the grade level and was pulling the rope line of a bucket that was full of debris from a hoist when he lost his balance and fell on the ground level. The worker suffered injuries to his wrist and knee and was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. The General Contractor at the site possessed a permit for 1210 Burke Avenue, but did not possess a permit for 1216 Burke Avenue, which is where the incident took place. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to provide safety measures, as a worker was injured due to improper action. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber was unloading materials when he slipped and cut his finger on material while attempting to brace his fall. The worker went to an urgent care center. An ambulance was not needed.
The Site Safety Superintendent reported that a worker that had his shoelaces untied was on a ten foot tall ladder installing insulation on a wall when the worker tripped on a ladder and fell about five feet. The worker complained of pain in his back and was taken to a hospital.
A safety person reported that a worker was receiving a bucket of cement from another worker on a scissors lift when he got his back twisted. The worker was experiencing pain and went to a hospital for a checkup.
A DOB inspector reported that while a supported scaffold was being dismantled at exposure four, a plank was being passed down when the plank hit a worker on the head. The worker was wearing a hard hat and did not suffer a laceration. An ambulance was called, and the struck worker walked to the ambulance and was transported to a local hospital for observation. All workers at the site were in possession of 10-hour OSHA cards and 32-hour Supported Scaffold Training cards. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard persons and property involved in construction activity. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all supported scaffolds until a Means and Methods to prevent future incidents is provided.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was inspecting mock-ups of mortar samples at the building façade, and when he stepped up onto the scaffold frame rung to get a photo, he slipped off of the scaffold frame and fell approximately two feet into the sidewalk shed deck. The worker suffered a broken wrist and a concussion. The New York City Fire Department rescued him from the sidewalk shed and the worker was taken to a local hospital. The proper paperwork was present at the site, and the worker was in possession of proper training cards. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker error. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using an “A”-Frame ladder to remove the bands from material carton that windows were packed in. When the worker cut the bands, the windows fell out of the carton and knocked the worker off of the “A”-Frame ladder. The worker hurt his arm and an ambulance was called. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute safe operations during material delivery. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all material deliveries. A DOB Violation was also issued. A Means and Methods for safe material delivery operations must be provided.
A Contractor Project Manager on a NYCHA (New York City Housing Authority) building reported that a worker slipped down from a ladder. The worker sustained injuries and was taken to a hospital. The Contractor Project Manager notified the NYCHA Project Manager of the incident.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was walking on a third floor Q-Deck when he tripped and twisted his knee. An ambulance was called.
A DOB inspector reported that at a twelve story masonry New Building job site, pipe scaffolding at the roof bulkhead level that was approximately 60 lineal feet and 3 sections high partially collapsed into the courtyard of a one story commercial premise that was located at 249 4th Avenue. The scaffolding partially collapsed because there were no tie backs in place. Three pedestrians suffered injuries. One female suffered a serious head injury, and two males suffered minor injuries. All three injured pedestrians were transported to Methodist Hospital. The scaffolding company was on the scene and was making repairs to make safe a section of scaffolding that was hanging over the exposure four wall. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard the public and property, one violation for the absence of an elevator in readiness, one Aggravated Level 2 violation for the presence of pipe scaffolding that did not meet the posted code requirements, and one Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation for the absence of logs and record keeping. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a full Vacate Order were issued. Four DOB Violations were also issued. A DOB Violation was issued at 249 4th Avenue for the presence of structure that was rendered non-compliant, due to a scaffold striking the roof and falling to grade.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was trying to fix something on an excavator when the excavator’s gas tank exploded. The worker suffered a minor injury to his face. The worker was taken to a hospital and will have a full recovery from his injuries. The General Contractor had already left the site before the inspector visited the site. Five ECB Violations were issued: one violation to the General Contractor for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident, one violation to the General Contractor for the failure to post a “No Smoking” sign at the demolition site, one violation to the General Contractor for the tampering with the evidence of the incident, one violation to the General Contractor for the failure to provide fire extinguishers, and one violation to the Construction Superintendent for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods and is to remove the defective equipment from the site, in addition to complying with all of the issued violations.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving a debris box when he cut his forearm on material from the box. The worker went to a doctor on his own. An ambulance was not called. The worker returned to work.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker injured his leg while transferring sheetrock. The worker went to a doctor on his own. An ambulance was not called.
A contractor on a NYCHA (New York City Housing Authority) building reported that a worker was splitting a cable when he cut off the tip of his finger. The worker was taken to a hospital and was released.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using an “A’-Frame to move steel angles when he lost his balance and a steel angle fell on his leg. The worker suffered a cut to his left leg and went to an urgent care center. A DOB inspector responded and reported that an OSHA Card, a Toolbox Talk, and Weekly Safety Meeting were provided, and that no unsafe conditions were found. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was on an extension ladder that was four feet high when the ladder was kicked out from under him and the worker fell. The worker suffered a cut to his right hand and hurt his shoulder. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cutting floor paper near an elevator when he cut his hand with a razor blade. The worker went to an urgent care center with a co-worker. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a razor blade to clean off his trowel when he cut his leg. The worker went to an urgent care center on his own. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pushing an “A’-Frame that had sheetrock on it when it tipped and hurt the worker’s leg. The worker was fine, but an ambulance was called as a precaution.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was coming off of an “A’-Frame ladder when he hit an air conditioner and suffered a cut to his forearm. The worker went to an urgent care center on his own. An ambulance was not called.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker put an “A”-Frame ladder in an elevator with his material for painting when the ladder fell forward and hit him in the shoulder. The worker is fine, but an ambulance was called, and the worker was transported to a hospital by the ambulance.
A DOB inspector reported that at the roof level, there were workers on two approximately 600-pound scrapping machines that were in an approximately 10′ X 10′ area. One worker was riding on one of the machines, and another worker was pushing another one of the machines, when approximately 8” of reinforced concrete slab collapsed through into an empty classroom below. One worker suffered an injury and was brought to a hospital in a conscious state. Two Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard, and one violation for the performance of work that did not conform to plans. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and two DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that workers were unloading plumbing pipes from a truck. When the band on a pallet of pipes was cut, the pipes rolled over and fell on the ankle of one of the workers. The injured worker went to an urgent care center. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation to the General Contractor for no pre-shift worker orientation before the commencement of a hazardous operation, and one violation to the plumbing company for no pre-shift worker orientation before the commencement of a hazardous operation. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods with a worker orientation for the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that a ladder fell onto a worker’s leg. The worker went to a City M.D. The ladder that fell was stored in an unsafe condition on a column. An ECB Violation was issued for unsafe material storage on the second floor. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on the second floor.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers demolishing the stoop in front of a building when the lintel over the front door came loose, fell, and hit a worker in the shoulder. An ambulance took the worker to a hospital. The worker did not suffer any cuts or broken bones. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to safeguard persons and property, as a worker was injured by a structurally dislodged element, one violation for the failure to provide a sidewalk shed, one violation for the failure to provide overhead protection for the adjacent property in exposures 2 and 4, and one violation for the absence of a Department Of Transportation (DOT) permit for the storage of a dumpster in the roadway. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Professional Engineer’s report on the structural integrity of the building, as well as a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was replacing the rotten planks of a sidewalk shed deck when he stepped on corrugated thin metal. The corrugated thin metal gave way, and the worker fell approximately ten feet through an opening. The worker complained of pain on his shoulders. The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) responded, and an ambulance transported the worker to a local hospital. The worker was conscious. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the presence of a sidewalk shed with an expired permit, one violation for the presence of a sidewalk shed that does not meet code specifications, as the sidewalk shed was missing parapets and was not sealed at open areas, and one violation for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued, and will be in effect, until a Means and Methods for the repair of the sidewalk shed is provided and the permit for the sidewalk shed is renewed.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was cutting a column’s rebar in order to start a Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU) wall when he got his hand pinched between the column and a rebar cutter. The worker suffered a minor injury and went to an urgent care center by himself. The workers at the site were in possession of OSHA cards, and there was a pre-task safety meeting. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker error. No enforcement action was necessary in response to the incident. Two ECB Violations, a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO), and two DOB Violations were issued for issues that were not related to the incident.
A DOB inspector reported that a laborer on the ninth floor was shoveling garbage into a container when his wrist was cut by a steel stud that was sticking out of the dumpster. The worker was taken to a hospital, where he received one stitch before leaving for home. All permits at the site were valid. An ECB Violation was issued for unsafe material handling.
A DOB inspector reported that an electrician was on a ladder installing an electrical fixture on the ceiling when another fixture came loose, fell approximately one foot, and hit the electrician, causing a cut to the electrician’s chin. The electrician was in stable condition and was taken to a hospital by a co-worker for observation. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers removing walls and suffix on the seventh floor stairway in order to locate asbestos on the walls when the suffix collapsed and hit a worker on the head. The worker was wearing a hard hat. The worker was taken to Bellevue Hospital in stable and alert condition, and was speaking. There was no site specific orientation for the operation, and there was no asbestos assessment report provided in the construction documents for the location in the stairway. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute safety measures. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued. The full Stop Work Order will be in place until adequate safety measures are provided for the abatement and demolition operation.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was driving a scissor lift down a ramp when the scissor lift tipped over and the worker fell out of it. The worker had a hip operation performed on him in the past, and complained of pain in his right leg. The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) responded and the worker was transported to a hospital. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard, one violation for the absence of design drawings for the ramp, and one violation for the failure to provide a scaffold training certificate. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for the use of scissor lifts and the use of a ramp. A Means and Methods and design drawings for the ramp must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker on the second floor was on a baker scaffold performing painting work. The worker tried to move the baker scaffold while he was on it, and the scaffold tipped over. The worker fell off of the scaffold, and the worker’s head hit the concrete floor. The worker was conscious and alert and was transported to Methodist Hospital by an ambulance. There was no After Hour Variance to allow work to take place after hours under the permitted job application for the site. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that there was timber material being delivered on the ninth floor. Five workers were placing the timber material onto an “A”-Frame. The timber material slipped out of the five workers’ hands and landed on the “A”-Frame improperly, which caused the “A”-Frame to tip over and hit one of the workers in the head. The injured worker was wearing a hard hat. The injured worker was taken to a hospital, where he received treatment and was then sent home. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for all timber operations and a DOB Violation were also issued. A Means and Methods for the operation must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that at a two story detached home, a worker was performing roof and sheeting replacement work and was rolling sheeting on the roof edge when he slipped and fell from the second floor. The worker sustained a severe head injury and was taken to Jamaica Hospital, where he underwent surgery. The worker was not tied off and did not have a harness. Five of the six workers that had remained on site did have safety harnesses in place. However, there was no anchor point observed at the roof, and there was no evidence of hard hats. No permits were issued for sheeting replacement. An office manager from the contracting company visited the site in order to supervise the other workers at the site in the securing of the site from weather, as the forecast had called for heavy rains. After the site was secured, two DOB Violations were issued for a failure to safeguard persons and property: one violation was issued to the contractor, and the second violation was issued to the building owner. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was stripping plywood from the ceiling when a piece of plywood hit him in the back. The worker walked on his own to an urgent care center across the street. The plywood was being held up by jacks. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker tripped over some masonite and injured his leg. The worker was taken to a hospital for observation.
A DOB inspector reported that a sprinkler worker was cutting a pipe on the first floor when he cut his finger with a battery band saw. An ambulance was dispatched and the worker was transported to Mount Sinai Hospital, where he received a few stitches in his finger. The Site Safety Manager had failed to provide an OSHA card for the injured worker as of the time of inspection. However, he provided a union work authorization letter with thirty hours of completed OSHA training, as well as a worker orientation letter from the General Contractor. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard the public and property. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all sprinkler work.
A DOB inspector reported that during a delivery operation, a worker was using an “A”-Frame to move sheetrock when the “A”-Frame, with the sheetrock on it, tilted and collapsed onto the worker. The worker suffered a possible broken leg. An ambulance was called, and the worker was taken to a hospital in stable condition. An ECB Violation was issued failure to institute and maintain safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all material handling. A DOB Violation was also issued. The General Contractor was also issued a recommendation to provide adequate safety measures with a comprehensive detail of trades on site, with a focus on material handling procedures and safety protocol for workers and personnel on the site.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers using a Bobcat to load debris into a dumpster. One of the workers was in the process of placing debris into the bucket of the Bobcat when the Bobcat’s operator pushed the wrong button, which caused the bucket to go downward onto the worker’s right feet as opposed to lifting the bucket upwards. The injured worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. The worker was reported to be in fine condition. The operator of the Bobcat did not have the certification or training to operate the machine. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safe operations. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all material handling, including receiving, deliveries, and onsite equipment use. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that an excavator had just completed drilling a soil test pit with an auger when the arm of the excavator struck a worker. The worker was taken to Methodist Hospital Trauma Center by an ambulance, where he was reported to be in stable condition. The work that was being performed was being performed at the front on the sidewalk in a fenced off area that was closed to the public. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all excavation operations. A DOB Violation was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a carpenter was working on the fifth floor to install framing for the walls and was trying to adjust the laser for measuring his height when he lost his balance. The carpenter grabbed a metal stud to prevent his fall and suffered a cut to his hand. The carpenter was taken to a hospital to get stitches. There is no record of a pre-shift safety meeting site or-specific safety orientation for any worker for the entire job. An ECB Violation was issued for the absence of a site-specific safety orientation. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job, as well as proof of a safety orientation for all workers.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker used a piggyback forklift to pick up two bundles of rebar. The piggyback tipped forward from the excessive weight, and the rebar fell approximately four feet onto the sidewalk. When the rear of the forklift dropped back to the ground, the worker/forklift driver’s head jerked forward and struck the carriage assembly of the piggyback. The worker suffered a scratch to his forehead that produced a very small amount of blood. An ambulance was called, and the worker was taken to New York Presbyterian Hospital. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a carpenter was working on metal studs when he cut his forearm. The worker went to an emergency room on his own. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was installing bolts through the deck to tie back a hoist. The worker grabbed a five foot ladder from the freight elevator and climbed and stood on the top step of the ladder. The worker was reaching into the ceiling when he fell from the ladder and landed on his tailbone. The worker was sore, but he left the site under his own power and visited a City M.D. The worker did not follow safe practices and did not use the ladder that was provided by Safe-way, which has a built-in platform to stand on that allows for safe work. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was installing angles around the windows on the fourth floor when he cut his elbow by the edge of an angle. A foreman took the worker to Mount Sinai Hospital by a taxi, where the worker received treatment and then returned to work. There is a record of the worker receiving a site-specific safety orientation, and a pre-shift meeting was held before the start of the operation. The worker was also in possession of necessary OSHA certification. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error, and that no enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was tightening a pipe when he turned wrong and injured his shoulder. The worker was taken to an urgent care center for evaluation.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker dropped a masonry block on his leg after cutting the block on a wet saw. The worker’s gloves were wet, which caused him to drop the block. The worker was taken to an urgent care center. The worker returned to work on the following day and was performing light duties. It was determined that this incident occurred as a result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker slipped into a trench that was approximately eighteen inches deep and suffered a twisted ankle. The worker that fell was taken to an urgent care center for observation. An ambulance was not called. A DOB inspector responded and reported that the worker was injured because unsecured plywood was covering the plumbing trenches. The injured worker returned to the site with bruising on his leg. The worker was walking with the aid of a cane, and was instructed to not work for three days. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to institute safety measures in the cellar area, and one violation for the failure to provide a site orientation for the worker involved in the incident. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for all cellar work and two DOB Violations were also issued. A Means and Methods for future operations and safety measures for work in the cellar must be provided. All site safety logs at the time of reinspection must also be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a grinder on a Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU) block when the grinder kicked back and cut the worker’s forearm. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance in order to receive stitches for his forearm.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a grinder on a door frame when the grinder kicked back and cut the worker’s arm. An ambulance was called to take the worker to hospital to get stitches.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using an “A”-Frame to move sheetrock when the “A”-Frame tipped over and the sheetrock fell on the worker’s foot. The worker suffered an injury to his ankle and was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. An ECB Violation was issued for the unsafe handling of materials. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all material handling, including material deliveries. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker injured his finger while unloading pipes from a truck. The worker was seen by the on-site medic and was then taken to a hospital by a co-worker for observation. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that a laborer was moving materials stored in the basement when she hit her shoulder against a pipe that was part of the overhead protection. The worker suffered minor injuries and was taken to a local City M.D. The Site Safety Manger provided OSHA training cords and a safety meeting attendance record for the laborer. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that workers on the seventh floor were attempting to move crated curtain wall panels with an electrical forklift, and were passing between doorway openings, when the forklift got stuck on plywood. The plywood broke due to the weight of the forklift, and the crated curtain wall panels tilted and pinned a worker between the curtain wall panels and the exterior wall a short time. The worker was in stable condition, but suffered bruises and was in a lot of pain. The worker was taken to a hospital. The plywood that the forklift got caught on was plywood that was being used as hole covers on the floor. An attempt was mad to remove the plywood when the forklift tilted. Two ECB Violations were issued, one to the General Contractor, and one to the Sub-Contractor, for the presence of inadequate safety measures. There was no orientation for the operation. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all material and equipment handling on site. Two DOB Violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was walking behind a plumber that was carrying a copper pipe when the plumber stopped and the worker walked into the pipe, which caused cut below the worker’s eye. The worker was taken to an urgent care center to get medical attention. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker on the forty-seventh floor partially fell through a covered 5″ X 10″ opening in the floor. The worker suffered injuries to his right leg and left knee cap. The worker was transported to NYU Langhorne Methodist Hospital. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute the posted adequate safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all work on the forty-seventh floor. A DOB Violation was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that there were two forklift machines being used to set a steel beam in place at the floor level. The beam shifted slightly during placement, causing a worker that was in a manlift that was attempting to make the connection to slip. The beam then fell from the forklift and struck a worker on the ground level, causing a laceration the worker’s right leg. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance in a conscious state. Five ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard, one violation for the use of the forklift contrary to the manufacturer’s specifications, one violation for the absence of a Construction Superintendent or competent person at the site, one violation for the presence of an inadequate log book, and one violation for the absence of a pre-shift safety meeting. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and five DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a pedestrian woman was walking in the pedestrian walkway, past the job site, when she slipped on a sheet of plywood that was covering an opening. The plywood was wet and slippery due to water that was running from a hose in the storage area in the roadway that was not turned off. The woman was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard the public. A DOB Violation was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his arm while carrying a piece of sheet metal. The worker went with a co-worker in a cab to go to a nearby hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was lifting duct work when he felt a pop in his right shoulder. The worker was experiencing pain. The on-site medic sent the worker to a City M.D. for a checkup.
A DOB inspector reported that an electrical worker was coming down from the second floor to the first floor when he missed the top step and began to fall. The worker tried to grab a handrail in order to break his fall, but missed and instead grabbed a metal stud on a bracing connection. The worker suffered a cut to his wrist and was taken to an area hospital by paramedics. The Site Safety Manager at the site was able to provide a copy of a thirty-hour OSHA training card and a safety orientation meeting record for the injured worker. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hit his finger with a hammer while nailing a 2 X 6. The worker was taken to a nearby urgent care center.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was installing sheetrock on a ceiling when a drain pipe fell from the ceiling/roof and struck the worker in the shoulder and head. The worker was taken to New York Presbyterian Hospital by a foreman. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to maintain safety, and one violation for a failure to maintain adequate housekeeping. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued.
A DOB inspector reported that during a curtain wall operation, hydraulic fluid leaked out of manlift that was being used. The fluid spilled out onto the street and the sidewalk adjacent to the operation. A pedestrian slipped on the fluid and fell. The pedestrian did not suffer an injury. An ambulance was called, but the pedestrian refused medical attention. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard public and property, and one violation for a failure to institute and maintain safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and two DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a 3,100 pound pre-fabricated panel that was suspended by a crane on the fourth floor was forcibly moved into position by riggers. This caused the suspended panel to make contact with an existing panel that was temporarily fastened to the floor. This caused the temporarily fastened panel to fall onto a worker. The worker was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead The deceased worker was giving signals at the time of the incident. However, the worker did not possess certifications for rigging or signaling, and there was no rigging plan present. A DOB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard people and property. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was walking down a hallway when he stepped on a small piece of hardened concrete. The worker did not fall, but suffered a twisted ankle. The worker received first add, but was asked if he wanted to go to a hospital and said yes. The worker was taken to Lennox Hill Hospital, where a soft cast was put on his leg. The worker returned to the site, gave a statement, and then went home to rest. The worker’s knee was sore and inflamed. An OSHA 30 hour training card was provided, the daily log book was up to date, and Tool Box Talks, safety orientation program logs, and a daily training log was provided. No unsafe conditions were observed at the site. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error, and that no enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a hose clogged during a concrete pumping operation. Someone opened the hose clamp, and a worker was splashed in the face and had his glasses knocked off. The Concrete Safety Manager took the worker to receive treatment. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all concrete operations.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using mini contains to remove debris from the job site when he fell and twisted his ankle. An ambulance was called. The area where the worker fell was adequately maintained, and there were no unsafe conditions observed. There was no enforcement action taken in response to this incident. However, an ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain pedestrian visibility on the undersize of the sidewalk shed. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
The Site Safety Manage rreported that a worker hurt his hand while unloading a pallet from the truck. The worker did not suffer a cut, and there was no blood from the hand injury. The worker was driven to Mount Sinai Hospital West to receive treatment. An ambulance was not called.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was handling a bucket of mortar when some mortar got in the worker’s eye. The worker was treated at the site with eye wash and was then taken to a City M.D. for observation. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that two workers were pushing a mini dumpster on the fourth floor when the mini dumpster tipped over. The two workers sustained injuires and were taken to Bellevue Hospital for evaluation.
A DOB inspector reported that an electrician was setting electrical cables for a movable shed at the roof level and was unwrapping a roll of cable with a utility knife when he slipped and cut his left arm. The electrician was taken to a hospital by EMS in a conscious state. The injured worker returned to the site while the inspector was present. No unsafe conditions were observed at the location of the incident. No enforcement action was necessary. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error.
A DOB inspector reported that a job in which part of the job is a greenhouse, there was an area on the twenty-seventh floor that was framed with metal tubing and featured some sections that had glass. This area was covered with a tarp, and a section of the tarp was being held down by a metal beam section of the greenhouse. The wind blew the tarp up and over the parapet walls and blew the metal section off of the roof and into the street. When the metal section fell, a piece of the connector broke off and struck a pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered minor injuries and was taken to an area hospital by EMS. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard all persons and property affected by construction operations. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all work on the twenty-fifth floor. A DOB Violation was also issued.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was using a grinder to cut rebar when the grinder kicked back, causing a minor laceration to the worker’s leg. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance, where he received stitches and was then released.
A DOB inspector reported that a boom lift was performing a window operation when a hoist came down and came into contact with the boom lift. This contact caused a worker to be thrown out of the boom lift. The worker was hanging by his harness and was retrieved by the hoist. The worker suffered a broken wrist and a broken shoulder, and was transported to a hospital and in stable condition. The boom lift was being used by unqualified personnel, and the hoist was being operated by personnel that was not certified to use the hoist to retrieve material from the upper floors. No safety measures were instituted as of the time of inspection, and there was inadequate information between trades, which resulted in an injury to a worker. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to provide valid certification to operate a boom lift, one violation for the failure to provide valid certification to operate a hoist, one violation for the failure to institute safety measures, and one violation to the Site Safety Manager for the failure to monitor operations and personnel on site for safety compliance in conjunction with the manufacturer’s specifications, the personnel hoist operation, and the pre-shift safety meeting. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all on site equipment use, all use of a hoist, and for all work above seventy-five feet. Four DOB Violations were also issued. A safety protocol will be requested from the General Contractor, with proper certification and training for the operation going forward.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was removing plywood from an old and boarded up dumbwaiter on the seventh floor. When the worker removed the plywood, he fell through a hole from the seventh floor to the sixth floor and suffered a possible broken rib. The worker was found stable and coherent and was transported to a hospital by an ambulance. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard the public and property. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all work around dumbwaiters. A DOB Violation was also issued. A Means and Methods for safe operations for the removing of plywood from boarded up dumbwaiters going forward must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that a compressor at the site became inoperative and that a new one was being delivered. Workers were attaching the broken compressor to a van so that it could be towed away when one of the worker’s hand got cut. The worker that suffered a cut received first aid at the site and was then taken to a hospital for treatment. No hazardous conditions were observed. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was taken.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was removing a plywood fence at exposure two in order to access glass window panes that he wanted to replace when a co-worker let a piece of the fence fall and hit him in the back of the head. The injured worker was wearing a hard hat, but complained of a headache. 911 was called, and the worker was taken to a hospital. The inspector was informed that the worker was okay. Both the injured worker and the co-worker that let the piece of fence fall did not wait for the proper personnel to remove the fence, and started to remove the fence themselves, when the incident occurred. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute safety equipment measures or a temporary constriction remedy. A DOB Violation was also issued. Additional training and supervision must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got his finger cut while user a rebar machine. The worker went to a hospital with co-workers. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was operating an excavator to lift a steel beam when the steel beam got caught up on a bucket and snapped into the windshield of the excavator. The worker operating the excavator was struck by broken glass and suffered bruises to his face. The worker was sent to a local hospital. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to institute and maintain safety measures, one violation for the absence of guardrails, and one violation for the use of an excavator without certification. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) and three DOB Violations were also issued. The General Contractor at the site will provide a Means and Methods with training and safety measures for the use of an excavator.
A DOB inspector reported that during the installation of a supported scaffold, a worker that was passing up material lost his balance, slipped, and fell. The worker caught himself on a scaffold frame and lifted himself up, and then other workers helped him back inside. The worker was wearing a harness and a safety belt that featured a retractable lanyard that was not engaged. The worker suffered an injury to his side and was taken to a Redi-Med by the Site Safety Manager. An ambulance was not called. The installation of the supported scaffold was as per the approved plans. No enforcement action was necessary, as it was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker was moving flooring materials when he complained about pain in the left side of his rib cage. The worker was taken to a hospital by a co-worker.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was uploading concrete blocks when he got his finger pinched between two blocks. The worker was taken to medical care.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was installing rebar on the deck and was not paying attention when he stood up at the same time that his co-workers were passing and carrying rebar. The worker was hit on his hard hat by rebar as he stood up. The injured worker walked up to an ambulance and was taken to a hospital as a precaution. The injured worker was in possession of the necessary safety certification and has received a site-specific safety orientation. There were no other hazardous conditions observed. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was taken.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was performing debris removal work when he fell approximately ten feet through an unprotected hole that had an opening that was 3′ X 3′ wide. The worker suffered injuries to his legs and was taken to a hospital by an ambulance in a conscious state. The hole that the worker fell through was not protected as per code. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard, one violation for no pre-shift safety meeting, one violation for no tool box talk meeting, and one violation for a failure to maintain adequate housekeeping. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and four DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that there were four workers installing a 4′ X 8′ glass panel along an interior partition on the ninth floor when the glass slipped, broke, and cut one of the workers’ right hand. The worker left the site on his own and went to a hospital, where he received stitches. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safety operations due to the unsafe handling of materials. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for glass installation work. A DOB Violation was also issued. A Means and Methods for safe glass installation must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was disconnecting a cable when the worker hit their hand on a metal stud and suffered a cut to their right middle finger. The worker walked to a City M.D.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker was on a staircase when he missed a step and rolled down the stairs. The worker sustained cuts and bruises and complained of back pain. The worker was taken to a hospital by a co-worker for observation. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that a delivery operation was underway to deliver a 30 cubic yard dumpster to the site. Three of the lanes on the north-bound side of the West Side Highway were closed off. A vehicle that was heading north on the highway attempted to avoid stopping by going into the fourth lane, which was unattended. The vehicle hit a motorbike and injured two pedestrians. One of the pedestrians suffered minor bruises, and the second pedestrian suffered a shoulder injury. The pedestrian that suffered a shoulder injury was taken to a hospital in stable condition by an ambulance. There was no flag person, no barriers, and no stop paddles in place in the fourth lane to control and contain the operation. There were inadequate to no safety measures provided for the delivery operation on the west side of the job location, into the street and into oncoming traffic. There was no fence provided at the north side of the operation, which created an unsafe and hazardous accessibility condition. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to provide safety measures for traffic control, and one violation for the failure to enclose the site as required. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and two DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that the plumbing and bathtub in the apartment # 111 bathroom was being replaced when the floor partially collapsed and two workers fell fifteen feet through the floor into the basement. Both workers were transported to an area hospital. The building has an active plumbing permit to only replace the washing and drying machines in an existing laundry room. Three Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard all persons and property, one violation for the performance of work without a permit, as the active permit was for the replacement of the washing and drying machines, and one violation for a failure to maintain the building in a code-compliant manner. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO), a partial Vacate Order, and three DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was standing on a baker scaffold while a co-worker was moving the scaffold to a different location on a wooden platform. The scaffold collapsed into the pool area. When the scaffold collapsed, the worker jumped off of the scaffold and held onto the framing work from the ceiling before falling into the pool area. The worker was found conscious, but suffered cuts and bruises. The worker was sent to Methodist Hospital. The worker on the scaffold had received OSHA training, but did not receive four-hour user training. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard all persons and property affected by the construction operation, one violation for riding on a manually propelled free standing scaffold while it was being moved, and one violation for the failure to produce a scaffold training certificate card. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for the use of supported baker scaffolds. Three DOB Violations were also issued. Training and safety measures must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got his fingernail caught while moving a dolly. The worker went to an urgent care center.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers using the fire stairs of the adjacent property to gain access into the construction site. The drop ladder of the fire escape was lowered on top of the metal garbage bin of the adjacent building. An employee from a maintenance company was attempting to remove garbage from the garbage bin, and, because the drop ladder had been lowered on top of the bin, the ladder was preventing the lid from staying open. The maintenance worker leaned into the bin, and the steel lid fell onto the maintenance worker’s head. The maintenance worker did not suffer a laceration and was not bleeding, but suffered a bump on the top of his head and felt dizzy. The maintenance worker was taken to a hospital. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain safety measures, as the adjacent property’s fire escape was being both used and obstructed, and one violation for the performance of work that was contrary to the Site Safety Plan, as the use of the fire escape to gain access into the site was not in conformance with the approved plan. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on the use of the fire escape and for activity around the area of the drop-down ladder. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job, and is to maintain that the fire escape is free from obstructions.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was hooking up a data wire to a desk unit when he was shocked by the live wire. The worker went with a co-worker to a medical facility that was near the job site.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers lining up steel beams that were going to be erected by a crane. When one of the beams was lifted by the crane’s choker, control of the beam was lost, and the flange/gusset plate of the beam struck a worker’s foot. The struck worker suffered injuries to his right leg and was taken to Good Samaritan Hospital in a conscious state. The beam was rigged improperly by the injured worker. The crane operator was not aware of the presence of the flange/gusset plate, and the presence of the flange/gusset plate was not communicated to him during the operation. The riggers at the site’s sixteen-hour minimum cards could not be verified on site. The lift director that was listed on the permits was not the same lift director disclosed on site. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard, as there were no safety measures provided for steel erections. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all steel erections. A DOB Violation was also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a hammer to hit concrete when a piece of concrete hit him on the arm. The worker suffered a small injury to his arm. An ambulance was called, and the ambulance took the worker to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using an “A”-Frame ladder when he slipped about four feet while coming down from the ladder. The worker stopped his fall by holding the ladder. The worker suffered an injury to his heel and complained about pain. The worker was taken to a hospital for a checkup.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was changing off a wrench device on a drill rig when a plate was caught on a cable and hit the worker above his eye. The worker suffered a small laceration and went to a hospital with a co-worker. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that while another DOB inspector was in the process of conducting an inspection, the handrail on a flight of stairs broke, causing him to fell approximately six feet from the stairs to the cellar. The inspector that fell was conscious and speaking and was taken to Woodhull Hospital. There was no Construction Superintendent or Competent Person present at the site. There were four to five workers at the site, and none of the workers spoke or understood English. There was no design drawing for the stairs, and there had been no inspection of the site structural works done by a special inspector. Fourteen total ECB Violations were issued: one violation to the General Contractor for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident, one violation to the Construction Superintendent for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident, one violation for the failure to provide design drawings for the makeshift stairs going from the first floor to the cellar, one violation for the failure to provide design drawings for a work platform in the second level elevator shaft, one violation for the failure to provide and maintain handrails at the stairs going from the first floor to the cellar, one violation for the failure to provide adequate guardrails at the elevator shaft, as the top rail was thirty-four inches, one violation for the failure to provide special inspector reports for the C-Joists that were installed up to the second level, one violation for the failure to provide a Department Of Transportation (DOT) permit for the storage of Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU) block outside of the site, one violation for the presence on the site of a worker that did not possess a valid OSHA card, one violation for the presence on the site of a second worker that did not possess a valid OSHA card, one violation for the presence of a scaffold at exposure three that was not erected properly, as the scaffold was not fully planked and the planks were not tied down, one violation for the failure of the Construction Superintendent to perform their duties, and one violation for the absence of a competent person at the site. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and fourteen DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker tripped over protection for floor penetration, fell, and injured his back. The worker was found conscious and alert, and did not suffer any visible cuts. The worker was taken to an area hospital by a New York City Fire Department (FDNY) ambulance for observation. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute safety measures at the construction site, as the floor protection was inadequate, which led to the incident. A DOB Violation was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a roofer was performing work on a setback when he used an unstable makeshift platform to attempt to enter the building from the setback. The roofer lost his balance, fell forward onto a metal stud, and suffered a cut to his right hand. The roofer was taken to a hospital in stable condition, where he received five stitches and then returned to the site. The roofer was required to leap approximately thirty inches from the setback to the windowsill in order to access the makeshift platform. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain safety measures and egress as required, and one violation for the failure to maintain supported pipe scaffolding as per code. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all work on setbacks, as there were multiple setback locations in the building at various levels and exposures with the same condition for egress and ingress. Two DOB Violations were also issued. A second partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued in response to other hazardous conditions that were found at the site that were unrelated to the incident. The General Contractor is to provide and maintain adequate means of egress and ingress along the procedure plan for all setback operations going forward.
A DOB inspector reported that during a wire cutting operation for a fire pump on the fiftieth floor level, an electrician placed a wire on his leg for support while attempting to cut an electrical wire with a knife. The knife went through the wire and cut the electrician on his leg. The electrician was in stable condition and was taken to a hospital by a co-worker by a taxi. The fire pump that the electrician was working on was isolated to one location. The wiring was performed inaccurately, and the electrician was attempting to remedy the wrong wiring, but the tool and technique that was being used by the electrician was inappropriate for the operation. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error, and no enforcement action was taken.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was was injured while stripping formwork at the cellar level. The worker was taken to an area hospital, where he was treated and released. The worker was given approval to return to work on the following day. Two ECB Violations were issued: one Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation for a failure to safeguard, and one violation for a failure to immediately notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all stripping operations. Two DOB Violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cutting a brick when a chip from the brick hit another worker in the face. The struck worker went to a clinic.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was painting and taping sheetrock on stilts when he lost his balance and fell. The worker hurt his arm and was taken to a hospital by an ambulance.
A DOB inspector reported that a laborer was performing a clean-up operation and was in the process of using a lift jack to move a pallet of windows when the windows slipped and pinned the worker’s foot. The worker was found conscious and alert and was taken to Elmhurst Hospital. It was determined that this incident occurred as a result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was taken.
A DOB inspector reported that at a new building under construction and topped off at forty-three stories, the wind blew approximately 30 feet of parapet and 20 feet of decking off of the sidewalk shed at the corner of Kent Avenue and Grand Street. The parapet and decking struck a pedestrian on the wrist. The pedestrian refused medical attention. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to protect the public and property. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for exterior work.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was receiving a delivery of rebar that was approximately thirty feet in length at grade level exposure three. The rebar was being pulled through an opening in a guardrail system where there was temporary electrical cord running on the midrail. The rebar cut the electrical cord due to the constant friction of movement that was encountered with both objects, and the rebar came into contact with live electricity wire, which caused the worker to get shocked. The worker was taken to a hospital, where he was reported to be in stable condition. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation to the General Contractor for a failure to institute safety measures, one violation to the Concrete Sub-Contractor for a failure to institute safety measures, one violation for the presence of poor housekeeping, and one violation for the presence of inadequate egress. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all concrete operations. Four DOB Violations were also issued. Both the General Contractor and the Concrete Sub-Contractor must provide detailed safety measures for the concrete operation going forward in relation to rebar handling, the delivery of formwork, and stripping operations.
The Site Safety Manager rpeorted that a worker was working on ductwork when he accidentally hit his wrist. The worker was taken to Columbia Presbyterian Hospital, where he received ten stitches before going home.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker had stepped on a wooden stair to come out of the mechanical room when the nails gave way and the steps failed, causing the worker to fall. The wooden stair had been set up to provide access between the mechanical room and the twelfth floor. The wooden stair had deteriorated over time. The worker that fell suffered bruises and was sent to emergency care to receive a checkup. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain temporary equipment.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a saw on wood when the saw kicked back and pulled up the worker’s nail. The worker went to a City M.D. on his own. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was injured while taking in a delivery. The injured worker was transported to a hospital by EMS.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker accidentally hit his finger with a hammer. The worker went to an urgent care center on his own.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers installing formwork on the foundation and using a ladder to gain access to the formwork. A worker was coming down from the formwork when he fell approximately six feet. The worker suffered a right arm injury and was bleeding. The worker was taken to a hospital, where he was reported to have suffered a broken right wrist. When the inspector initially responded to the incident on the date that the incident occurred, the Site Safety Manager, General Contractor, and general super had left the job site, and only an office manager was present at the job site. The office manager could not provide any construction documentation. On this date, an ECB Violation was issued for the tampering with the evidence of an incident, and a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. The inspector performed a follow-up inspection on the following day, and four additional ECB Violations were issued during the follow-up inspection: one violation for the presence of uncapped rebar around a working area, one violation for the failure to institute safety measures, one violation for the performance of unsafe construction practices, as a ladder was being used instead of a work platform, and one violation to the Site Safety Manager for the failure to perform their responsibilities, as the Site Safety Manager left the site before the Department Of Buildings responded to the incident. The full Stop Work Order that was issued on the previous day was partially rescinded and changed to a partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) to stop concrete operations. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job, including a worker orientation and additional safety measures.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got his finger caught between two cooling panels during an installation. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance.
A DOB inspector reported that workers were performing stucco work on a mast climber at the second floor level at the same time that there were electricians installing electrical equipment on the roof. A 2″ X 4″ metal coupling slipped out the hand of one of the electricians, fell, and hit the arm of one of the workers that was on the mast climber. The injured worker suffered a possible broken arm and was taken to a hospital. The mast climber was missing overhead protection. There was no coordination between the multiple trades that were working on the same vertical alignment, which indicates the absence of adequate safety measures. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to maintain safety measures, one violation for the unsafe storage of materials at the edge of the building, one violation for the absence of overhead protection on the mast climber, and one violation for the presence of a working deck on the outrigger platform that was not fully planked. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all exterior work, including work on the roof and set back within ten feet of the leading edge and the operation of the mast climber. The General Contractor is to provide an incident report with a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that at a four story new building, Concrete Masonry Unit blocks that were delivered to the site the previous week were found present on the third floor deck. The third floor deck was under a framing stage, and was not shored and braced against rotation or lateral movement. The load on the deck initiated a collapse, and the front half of the third floor deck fell onto the second floor. This collapse caused the death of one worker and injuries to five other workers. The five injured workers were taken to a hospital and received treatment. The construction fence at the site will be extended on the curb line to create a safety/collapse zone, and barricades will be placed in order to create a walkway that will be safe for pedestrians. Necessary signage will be posted for pedestrians to use the walkway. A DOB Violation was issued for the failure to safeguard persons and property affected by the construction operation. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. Additional violations will be issued after the completion of inspection and necessary research. A DOB Violation was also issued to the adjacent property on exposure four for the installation of Overhead Protection for the passageway in proximity of the collapse zone.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was unloading framing from a truck when a piece fell and hit the worker’s upper leg. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was walking down a lift when his right arm brushed up along a duct strap. The worker suffered a cut to his arm and went to Mount Sinai Hospital with a co-worker. An ambulance was not required.
A DOB inspector reported that a carpenter was using an electric circular saw to cut a piece of plywood on the roof when the saw kicked back and the carpenter’s left index finger got cut off. The carpenter was taken to a hospital by ambulance. The carpenter was cutting the plywood on a table that was set up improperly. Seven ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to maintain safety measures, one violation for the absence of many rebar caps, one violation for the absence of a design drawing for a temporary work platform, one violation for the absence of a guardrail, one violation for the absence of a handrail on the stairs, one violation for the presence of a worker at the site that did not receive a site-specific safety orientation, and one violation for the presence of poor housekeeping. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a brick layer was adjusting the working deck for the scaffolding on the seventh floor while another worker that was part of a window-installation operation entered the area below the masonry work that was at the sixth floor. A piece of debris fell from the brick layer’s platform and struck the window installation worker. The window installation worker suffered bruises on his arm and went to an urgent care center. The injured worker then returned to the site. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safety measures, as there was no Controlled Access Zone (CAZ) at the site, and there was no coordination between the trades while they were working on the same vertical lines. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all exterior work and all work on scaffolding. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job, along with a worker orientation and additional safety measures.
A DOB inspector reported that an electrician was leaning forward while installing PVC pipes in an electrical box on the sixth floor. When the electrician tried to stand up, he suffered a cramped back muscle and could not stand up. The electrician was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action related to the incident was deemed necessary. However, four ECB Violations were issued for hazardous conditions that were unrelated to the incident.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was offloading steel members for the erection of a sidewalk shed at exposure one in the roadway when a junior beam for the sidewalk shed that was 4″ X 6″ X 6′ came loose and hit the worker on his head. An ambulance was called, and the worker was taken to a nearby hospital by an ambulance in bleeding and stable condition. The worker succumbed to his injuries. A DOB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard all persons and properties. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. There were many hazardous conditions present at the job. These conditions will be addressed by issuing the appropriate ECB Violations pending investigation.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker from a sub-contractor at the site was at a level that was approximately eight feet in height and was removing beams for overhead protection in the lobby area. One of the beams had already been dismantled by the worker’s foreman. The worker was not aware of the loose member and stepped onto it. The worker lost his balance, fell onto the escalator, and then rolled to the floor. The worker suffered injuries to his right arm, left leg, and back, and was transported to a hospital by an ambulance in stable condition. Seven total ECB Violations were issued, including five total violations to the General Contractor and two violations to the sub-contractor. The five violations issued to the General Contractor include: one violation for the absence of safety measures for an elevated operation during dismantling, one violation for the absence of an approved design drawing for the platform, one violation for the failure to provide a notification, one violation for the performance of work that was contrary to the variance permit, and one violation for the absence of an Occupant Protection Plan. The two violations issued to the sub-contractor include one violation to the sub-contractor for the absence of safety measures for an elevated operation during dismantling and one violation for the performance of after-hours work without an after-hours variance permit. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and seven DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using a circular saw to rip shims of wood when his finger was cut from the finger tip to the first knuckle. The worker was transported to a hospital by an ambulance. The worker did not use a straight edge or another type of precaution to prevent the blade from jumping, which was contrary to the manufacturer’s specifications. A safety orientation involving circular saws was conducted on August 14, 2019, but not all of the employees at the site were present. The Site Safety Manager was unable to produce a tangible sign-in sheet with the signatures of the attendees. The safety orientation that was held was missing information involving manufacturer’s specifications, such as the securing of material while cutting. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the use of a circular saw contrary to the manufacturer’s specifications, and one violation for the failure to provide a tangible attendance log for the safety orientation, as well as for the failure to provide required information during the safety orientation. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued to stop the use of hand held power saws. Two DOB Violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker tripped during a stripping operation on the ninety-seventh floor. The worker complained of back pain and wanted an ambulance to take him to a hospital. An ambulance was called.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using an electric machine to cut thread on pipes when he tried to measure the depth of the threads by placing his finger on a pipe, while the pipe was spinning on the machine. The worker’s right index finger got caught in the machine and he was cut. The worker was taken to a hospital to get stitches. The worker was not experienced and had not received any training to operate the machine. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure by the employer to provide training to the worker for the use of the machine, one violation for the absence of a site-specific safety orientation for the worker, and one violation for the absence of the manufacturer’s specifications for the machine that was being used. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all equipment use. The General Contractor is to provide training for all workers using equipment, evidence of a site-specific safety orientation to all workers, and a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that an engineer was on site at an eleven story block and plank new building. The engineer attempted to use a ladder to go from the third floor level to the second floor level when he fell and injured himself. The engineer was taken to a hospital in stable condition by an ambulance. At the hospital, the engineer was reported to have suffered bruises, a bump, and a cut to the head that might require stitches. The ladder used and means of egress were not available on site to the inspector, and there was no second means of egress provided. The ladder used for egress was not secure, and rebar that was present at the location impaired access to the ladder, which created an unsafe and hazardous working condition. Ten total ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the absence of approved Site Safety Plans, one violation for the use of a crane at the site for an operation that was not on the approved Site Safety Plan, one violation for the absence of fall protection or guardrails for perimeter access or operations, one violation for the presence of inadequate and/or no means of egress or ingress to access the working deck, one violation for the failure to conduct a pre-shift safety meeting for the operation, one violation for the presence of a sidewalk shed that did not conform to plans, as there was no anchorage to the sidewalk provided, one violation for the failure to provide a site-specific orientation to the engineer for the relevant tasks and activities that were being performed at the site, one violation for the tampering with equipment that was related to the incident, as the ladder involved in the incident was unavailable and the location was not contained, one violation for the failure to institute and maintain safety measures, and one violation to the Site Safety Manager for allowing work to continue without an approved site Safety Plan at the site. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and ten DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that while a boom truck was lifting a load of materials onto the sidewalk shed, the boom hit a tree, causing a small tree branch to break off of the tree and fall. The tree branch struck a pedestrian. The pedestrian refused medical attention and left the scene. A review of the Site Safety Plan and the plan of the sidewalk shed revealed that the storage of materials on top of the sidewalk shed was not allowed. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to maintain safety measures, as pedestrian safety was affected by the lifting of materials over the sidewalk shed, and one violation for the storage of materials on top of the sidewalk shed that was not allowed by design. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all exterior work, including deliveries. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods with additional safety measures and an amended Sidewalk Shed Plan.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cleaning debris and loading a dumpster when he scraped his cheek on a metal stud. The worker went to a City M.D. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker’s left finger was cut while removing dirt with a shovel. The worker went to a City M.D. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his leg on a piece of tie wire. The worker was transported to a hospital by an ambulance.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers that installing metal flushing on the roof of an eleven story new building when a piece of metal flushing that was approximately two feet long came loose and fell. The piece of metal flushing flew about fifteen feet outside of the sidewalk shed and hit a pedestrian in the arm. The pedestrian left the scene with another pedestrian and did not ask for medical attention. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard persons and property affected by construction operations. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued to stop all exterior work, including work on the roof and setbacks. The General Contractor is to provide an incident report with a Means and Methods for the prevention of a similar incident.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a plumber was in a bathroom on the tenth floor when he tripped on his own extension cord. The plumber hurt his shoulder. The plumber went to see the on-site medic, and was then taken to a hospital by an ambulance.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers that were using a boom truck to unload truck that was carrying steel. When an attempt was made to separate a huge bundle of steel into two smaller and more manageable sections, the bundle became loose and flipped over, causing injuries to two workers, one of which fell off of the truck. One of the workers refused medical attention, while the worker that fell off of the truck suffered bruises and minor injuries and was taken to Brookdale Hospital in stable condition. Seven ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the presence of inadequate safety measures for a steel unloading operation, one violation for the absence of guardrail systems at the edge of excavation, one violation for the absence of approved support of excavation (SOE) drawings to reflect the condition, one violation for the presence of inadequate means of egress, one violation for the tampering with evidence, as the operation was completed and the boom truck was removed, one violation to the General Contractor to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident, and one violation to the Construction Superintendent for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and seven DOB Violations were also issued. The General Contractor has been requested to provide safety measures for operations going forward and, and has also been requested to comply with rules regarding safety compliance.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was on the sixth floor installing dowels in order to pour concrete on stairs while there was a formwork stripping operation underway on the seventh floor. A DOKA C-Clamp fell from the seventh floor and hit the worker on the sixth floor in the back. The worker did not suffer a laceration or any bleeding, but began to seize. The worker was taken to a hospital in conscious and stable condition. The worker was eventually released from the hospital after receiving treatment. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation to the General Contractor for a failure to institute safety measures, as a Controlled Access Zone (CAZ) was not maintained for working in the same area on two different levels, there was no pre-task meeting before a hazardous operation, and there was no formwork removal schedule, one violation to the General Contractor for the failure to provide a site-specific safety orientation for the worker suffered an injury before the worker was engaged at the site, and one violation to the Concrete Sub-Contractor for a failure to maintain safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods with additional safety measures and a worker orientation.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was unloading rebar when he was hit on the ankle by a piece of rebar. The worker went to a City M.D.
A DOB inspector reported that during a delivery operation, a carpenter got caught in-between sheetrock and the wall of the loading dock opening when the delivery truck driver moved the sheetrock forward instead of lowering it down. The carpenter was taken to a hospital by an ambulance, where he received an x-ray and a scan. The delivery truck driver that was involved with the incident remained on site until another driver was sent to the site to finish the delivery operation. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all deliveries. A DOB Violation was also issued. A Means and Methods for safe deliveries, as well as certification for forklift drivers, must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker cut his arm while carrying 2 X 4 studs on his shoulder. The worker went to a City M.D. on his own.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was going up stairs when he tripped and hurt his knee. An ambulance was called to take the worker to a hospital. This incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker hurt his finger while moving rocks. The worker was taken to a City M.D. by a taxi.
The Site Safety Manager reported that two workers were hanging a door frame when the top part of the door frame came loose and hit one of the workers in the head. The injured worker did not have his hard hat on, and suffered a minor cut to the head. An ambulance was called. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and reported that there were safety talks and tool box talks for that day recorded by the Site Safety Manager, and that the worker was not watching what he was doing when the incident occurred. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker on the roof was working on a scaffold to perform parapet work when the worker fell in between the scaffold and the façade and landed on the lawn area. The worker’s right leg and both hands were broken. The worker was taken to the emergency room, but was not in critical condition. The scaffold and sidewalk shed permits were valid with the design drawings at the site. There were no life lines present at the site. Workers were sent to the site by the General Contractor to remove debris from the scaffold and roof and to secure the roof area. Safety measures will be provided to these workers. Seven ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to safeguard all persons and property, one violation for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the incident, one violation for the failure to provide guardrails, one violation for the failure to provide housekeeping, one violation for the failure to provide responsibility for safety, one violation for a failure to provide adequate dislodgement, and one violation for the failure to adequately secure materials. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and seven DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was assisting with loading reshores onto a flatbed tractor trailer when a reshore that was resting on the edge of the trailer slipped down and hit the worker, causing a scratch to the worker’s back. The worker called an ambulance and was taken to Bellevue Hospital for futher evaluation. There was no enforcement action taken.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was trying to relocate a C-Hook for a suspended scaffold when a block of wood that was on top of a parapet wall fell approximately thirty five feet and struck the worker’s shoulder. The block of wood was comprised of two pieces: one piece that was 1 and 1/2″, and a second piece that was 10″ X 10″. The worker was suffering from shoulder pain and was transported to a hospital in a conscious state. The struck worker suffered some bruises, but did not suffer any broken bones. The struck worker returned to the site after leaving the hospital. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to safeguard all persons and property, and one violation for the presence of improper standoff bracket design, as there were missing calculations. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for the use of suspended scaffolds.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was shaking out a steel delivery when his finger got caught between two steel beams. The worker suffered an injury to his finger and went to a hospital with the concrete operator.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker cut his finger by the edge of a metal beam during the installation of a sidewalk shed. The worker went to a City M.D. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was taken in response to the incident. However, there were three ECB Violations issued in response to violating conditions that were present at the site: one violation for the failure to have a designated Site Safety Manager at the site for more than two weeks, one violation for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of the replacement of the Site Safety Manager, and one violation for the failure to have a Tenant Protection Plan (TPP) for working on an occupied building. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all facade work. The only work that is to be allowed at the site is the completion of the sidewalk shed by the General Contractor.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a laborer twisted his ankle while cleaning debris from an interior demolition operation. An ambulance was called, and the laborer was transported to a hospital.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker lost his balance and fell approximately four feet to the floor. The worker complained about chest pain and was taken to a hospital for observation.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician was installing a panel board when his right middle finger got caught between the board and a wall. The electrician suffered a little cut. The electrician wanted to continue to work, but the on-site medic sent him to a doctor for a checkup.
A DOB inspector reported that while there was rebar placement work in progress, a worker was walking on the rebar that was placed on the foundation slab when his foot went through the gaps of the rebar cage. The worker was taken to a hospital. There were no adequate safe means provided for the workers that were walking over the rebar cages, and the Support Of Excavation (SOE) work was not in full compliance with the design drawing. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to institute safety measures, and one violation for the performance of work that was contrary to the approved design drawing. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all concrete operations and SOE work. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job, as well as a Professional Engineer’s report on the Support Of Excavation work.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving a cart when he tripped and hurt his hand while attempting to break his fall. The worker went to a hospital with a co-worker. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that during a stripping operation on the twenty-sixth floor, a worker was hit by a formwork panel that fell from the ceiling. The worker suffered bruises to his chest and was taken to a hospital. There was no sequence or Means and Methods for the stripping operation, and there was no Controlled Access Zone (CAZ) set up around the fall zone. Four ECB Violations were issued, including three violations to the General Contractor and one violation to the Concrete Sub-Contractor. The three violations that were issued to the General Contractor include one violation for the absence of a sequence for a stripping operation, one violation for the presence of an incomplete jump of a cocoon system, which left a section low, and one violation for the presence of poor housekeeping. The one violation that was issued to the Concrete Subcontractor was a violation for the absence of a sequence for a stripping operation. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued to stop all stripping operations. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for a safe stripping operation.
A DOB inspector reported that a boom truck was being used to lift a motorized pallet jack from the first floor to the fifth floor. When a worker attempted to bring in the pallet jack through a window, the worker’s hand got caught between the wall and the handle of the pallet jack. The worker suffered a cut to his hand and went to a City M.D. for treatment. Six ECB Violations were issued, including five violations that were issued to the General Contractor and one violation that was issued to the Construction Superintendent. The five violations that were issued to the General Contractor include one violation for a failure to institute safety measures, one violation for the absence of rebar caps in many places, one violation for the absence of guardrails at several places on the roof, one violation for the use of supported scaffolding without an installation inspection report, and one violation for the presence of inadequate fall protection, as a concrete-embedded safety strap was in use without an installation inspection report, and a concrete embedded G-Bolt was in use for the leading edge masonry work without the manufacturer’s specification. The one violation that was issued to the Construction Superintendent was a violation for the failure to maintain an adequate site safety log. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the site, and the Construction Superintendent is to provide a corrected site safety log.
A DOB inspector reported that there were two torch operators that were cutting old steel lagging piles that were sticking out of the ground. One of the torch operators was on a ladder and cutting an end section of steel pile that was approximately 4 foot long piece and filled with concrete. When the section of pile came down, the torch operator lost his balance and fell on a concrete ramp. The torch operator hurt his right shoulder, and an ambulance came and took him to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard persons and property. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was hammering a 4 X 4 post near an elevator shaft when a piece of the post splintered off and punctured the worker’s arm. The worker went to a City M.D. on his own, where he was treated and then released. This incident took place on September 16, 2019 at approximately 6:00 PM, but the Department Of Buildings was not notified of the incident until September 17, 2019. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the absence of roof protection for the adjacent property at exposure # 2, and two violations, one to the General Contractor and one to the Site Safety Manager, for the failure to immediately notify the Department Of Buildings of an accident. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all exterior work at the ninth story setback at exposure # 2 and exposure # 1 within ten feet of the leading edge. Three DOB Violations were also issued. Adequate roof protection for the adjacent property at exposure # 2 must be provided and maintained.
A DOB inspector reported that a plumber was working inside a bathroom on the twenty-fifth floor and was removing a pipe when he stood up, hit a metal stud, and suffered a laceration on his right forearm. The plumber walked to a local medical center and received treatment, and then returned to the job site to continue working. The plumber was in possession of a 30-hour OSHA training card and was Site Safety oriented. The Site Safety Manager was able to provide all records. No enforcement action was deemed necessary, as it was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error.
The Construction Superintendent reported that an electrician was assembling a light pole when he twisted his knee while moving the light pole. The electrician was taken to Bellevue Hospital by a New York City Fire Department (FDNY) ambulance.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was working from a scaffold and was using gloves to install stainless steel flushing under a window at the sixth floor level when he accidentally suffered a cut to his left wrist. A co-worker took him to a City M.D. to get G42 treatment. The worker went home after receiving treatment. The worker was in possession of a 30-hour OSHA card, and had signed the papers for the day’s pre-shift safety meeting. The worker’s orientation papers were also okay. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker’s error. No enforcement action was deemed necessary.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker was on stilts performing taping work when he tripped, fell, and hurt his knee. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance for observation.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker reached in on duct work when the duct work fell with the worker. The worker was not bleeding and was conscious, but had the wind knocked out of him. An ambulance was called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was opening a box with a utility knife when the knife slipped and cut the worker’s hand. The worker was taken to an urgent care center by his foreman to get stitches.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was performing demolition work when a partition wall that was approximately 12′ in height and 8′ in length became dislodged and fell on the worker. The worker was taken to a hospital in a conscious state by an ambulance. An orientation and a tool box talk was given to the worker. The partition wall was not only not secured, but was a temporary wall that was not shown on the design drawings. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute and maintain safety measures and temporary construction. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all demolition work at the site. The General Contractor must provide a Means and Methods for safe demolition operations going forward.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was inspecting formwork when he tripped on a platform of climbing formwork between the eighth and ninth floor. The worker suffered a twisted left ankle and went to an urgent care center. The platform that the worker tripped on was missing an approximately 2’ X 3’ piece of plywood, and the worker tripped in the area of the missing plywood. The workers at the site had the necessary training certifications and site-specific safety orientations. However, there were several violating conditions found at the site. Six ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to institute safety measures, as there was a tripping hazard present on a working platform, one violation for the failure to provide records of a pre-shift safety meeting, one violation for the absence of a handrail from a stairway between the sixth and ninth floors, one violation for the absence of a guardrail from the seventh floor stair shaft, one violation for the absence of zero cable from the vertical netting at the seventh and eighth floors, and one violation for the failure to maintain adequate housekeeping. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all forming and stripping operations. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job, along with a tool box talk.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pulling a metal stud out from an A-Frame cart when he cut his forearm on the corner of the stud. The worker went to an emergency room on his own. An ambulance was not called.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker cut his wrist while pulling a piece of rope during a material transfer. The worker was taken to a hospital for treatment.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was nailing a piece of plywood as part of a formwork operation on the eighth floor when another worker, who was involved in a rebar placement operation, accidentally hit a piece of plywood that was near a rebar. The piece of plywood that was hit fell and hit the formwork operation worker in the back. The injured worker was taken to Coney Island Hospital by an ambulance. Ten total ECB Violations were issued, including nine violations that were issued to the General Contractor and one violation that was issued to the Construction Superintendent. The violations that were issued to the General Contractor are: one violation for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings of an incident involving an injury to a worker, one violation for the failure to maintain a safety log, one violation for the failure to ensure that all workers received a site-specific safety orientation, one violation for the failure to provide protection for the adjoining properties, one violation for the failure to extended the sidewalk sheet five feet beyond the property line, one violation for the failure to install a standpipe, one violation for the failure to maintain vertical netting as per code, one violation for the failure to cover floor penetrations and holes, and one violation for the failure to provide an elevator in readiness. The one violation that was issued to the Construction Superintendent was a violation for a failure to notify DOB of an incident involving a worker injury. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods with a worker orientation for the safe operation of the job.
The Site Safety Manager reported that two workers were pushing mini debris contrainers when they bumped into each other. One of the workers suffered a minor injury to his foot. The worker went with an ambulance to a hospital to have his foot examined.
The Site Safety Manager reported that the Concrete Safety Manager was putting back a roll of caution tape when the lid of a gang box fell and dropped onto his thumb. The Concrete Safety Manager went to an emergency room with a co-worker, received stitches, and then returned to work. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using a rebar bending machine to cut and bend rebar when his left index finger was cut off. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance to receive stitching. Eight total ECB Violations were issued, including seven violations that were issued to the General Contractor and one violation that was issued to the Concrete Sub-Contractor. The seven violations that were issued to the General Contractor were: one violation for the failure to institute safety measures, as a worker was injured by operating a machine contrary to the manufacturer’s specification and because his employer failed to make sure that the worker was trained to operate the machine, one violation for the failure to notify the Department Of Buildings before the commencement of excavation work, one violation for the failure to renew the notification for excavation work, one violation for the presence of an inadequate site safety plan, as there was an 8-story new building at the premises that was not shown on the Site Safety Plan, one violation for the failure to provide Support of Excavation (SOE), one violation for the placement of an excavator and excavated material in close proximity to the sides of excavation, and one violation for the failure to ensure that all workers at the site received a site-specific safety orientation before the start of the work. The one violation that was issued to the Concrete Sub-Contractor was for a failure to institute safety measures. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. The General Contractor is to obtain an amended Site Safety Plan and provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job, including a worker orientation and Tool Box Talks. The General Contractor must also make sure that all equipment will be used as per the manufacturer’s specifications.
A safety director at a NYCHA site reported that a worker was using a utility knife to cut plastic sheeting when he cut his left arm. The worker was taken to an urgent care facility.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was unloading and carrying away a Jersey barrier from a delivery truck when the barrier struck the worker and caused a minor injury to the worker’s shoulder. An ambulance was called, and the worker was transported to a hospital. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to safeguard all persons, and one violation for a failure to provide barriers at the street dumpster at exposure # 1. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all material handling operations. Two DOB Violations were also issued. A Means and Methods for safe material handling, as well as barriers at the dumpster on the street, must be provided.
A DOB inspector reported that a New York City Fire Department (FDNY)-certified worker that was being assisted by a watch person was torching lengths of electric conduit pipe from the ground level in order for the pipe to be removed from the ceiling. When the pipe was pulled off from the ceiling, part of the bottom of the concrete slab became dislocated, broke into pieces, and fell to the ground, hitting the worker. The on-site medic came to assist the worker and accompanied the worker when the worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. The struck worker was in a conscious state. The Site Safety Manager presented the documents for the site orientation for the struck worker and also provided a step-by-step task plan for the specific operation. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain sufficient safety measures during a demolition operation. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all demolition operations in the basement. A DOB Violation was also issued. The General Contractor is to provide additional safety measures for the removing of pipes from the ceiling and any loose ceiling concrete slab debris.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker tripped on an uneven surface in a wooden floor. An ambulance was called, and the ambulance took the worker to a hospital. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the job site, but the job site was closed when the inspector arrived. A follow-up inspection will be performed.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was stripping reshores when he placed his hand in the middle of a reshore and suffered a cut to his finger. The worker went to an emergency room with a co-worker. An ambulance was not called. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker error. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a concrete panel that was 20′ X 4′ and approximately 13,000 pounds was set in place by a crane when the embedments/tie-ins in the panel failed, which caused the panel to fall and strike a man lift. A worker jumped and suffered an injury to his leg. The worker was taken to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was issued for the entire site.
A DOB inspector reported a worker was performing weather proofing work on the roof. The worker gained access to the roof through the skylight by using a ladder. While working, the worker fell approximately twelve feet through the skylight and landed between the third and fourth floors. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance in a conscious state. Twelve total ECB Violations were issued, including ten violations that were issued to the General Contractor and two violations that were issued to the Construction Superintendent. The ten ECB violations were issued to the General Contractor: one violation for failure to maintain safety measures, as the worker did not have any fall protection and there was no guardrail around an unprotected opening, one violation for absence of an adequate means of egress and ingress to the roof, one violation absence of guardrails at the leading edge on the fourth floor and roof, one violation for the absence of roof protection for the adjacent property at exposure 4, one violation for absence of Overhead Protection (OHP) for the adjacent property at exposure 2 and exposure 4, one violation for the failure to provide a Professional Engineer’s report for the imposed load on the roof of the adjacent building due to the placing of scaffolding, one violation for the absence of a sidewalk shed, one violation for the failure to ensure that the workers received a site-specific safety orientation, one violation for the absence of a pre-shift safety meeting before the start of a hazardous operation, and one violation for the failure to notify DOB of an accident involving an injury to a worker. The two ECB Violations that were issued to the Construction Superintendent include one violation for the failure to adequately perform the duties for operating the job site safely and one violation for the failure to notify DOB of an accident that involved an injury to a worker. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued. The General Contractor is to comply with all issued violations and is to provide a Means and Methods and evidence of a worker orientation.
A DOB inspector reported that there were workers that were unloading debris from a scaffold platform onto a sidewalk shed roof when an outrigger beam and scaffold frames fell off of the roof, and some of the parts hit one of the workers in the back. The worker was taken to a hospital, where he was reported to have suffered a broken hip. The workers at the site had left the site after the incident, and the DOB inspector contacted the General Contractor to return to the site. The Rigging Foreman eventually returned to the site. The workers at the site did not know how the outrigger beam became disconnected from the tie back and counterweights. Eight total ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to safeguard all persons and property, one violation for the failure to notify DOB of an incident involving an injury to a worker, one violation for the performance of work that does not conform to the approved drawing, one violation for the failure to perform a safe or proper inspection for the suspended scaffold, one violation for the failure to provide pedestrian protection, one violation for the failure to provide adequate housekeeping, one violation for the failure to maintain safety measures for the tie-back and lifeline, and one violation for the failure to maintain safety measures for all persons and property. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for the use of suspended scaffolding. Eight DOB Violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a concrete worker cut himself on rebar. The worker went to an urgent care center to receive treatment. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker put his hammer behind a corner of formwork. The worker attempted to pry this hammer free by using a second hammer to hit the head of the hammer that was stuck. When this happened, the head of the hammer that was stuck chipped off, ricocheted, and hit the worker in the stomach. The worker suffered an injury and went to an urgent care center for treatment. Tool box talks had been conducted at the site. No enforcement action was deemed necessary, as it was determined that this incident occurred due to a worker improper action.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was standing on a six-foot ladder working on duct work in the ceiling at the roof level. While the worker was installing an access door in a finished ceiling, some wiring came loose from the duct and shocked the worker, which caused the worker to fall/slide down the ladder. The worker was caught by a co-worker and his safety harness. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance, where he was reported to be in stable condition. The electric junction box at the wall that had live wires was left open. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute/maintain safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all duct work at the entire site. A DOB Violation was also issued. A Means and Methods for safe future operations must be provided, as well as a Master Electrician’s letter that states that it is safe to resume duct work.
A DOB inspector reported there were workers stripping form work. One of the workers was using a six-foot long crowbar to strip the form work when the crowbar slipped out of his hands and hit another worker on the lip. The injured worker suffered a cut and went to a City M.D., where he received stitches on his lips and was then released. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute safety measures during a stripping operation. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all stripping operations, because there was no safety zone present and insufficient safety measures present around the stripping operation. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods, along with a worker orientation, for the safe operation of a job.
A DOB inspector reported that an excavator was being used to place two 30-cubic yard debris containers. A worker was walking between the two containers when the excavator operator moved one of them, and the worker was pinned between the two containers. The worker did not suffer any visible injuries and was conscious and speaking, but was experiencing a breathing problem. The worker was taken to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all excavation and support of excavation (SOE) work. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for the safe operation of the job going forward.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was struck in the head by a gang box lid. The worker was treated, and was then taken by an ambulance to get further treatment.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was installing templates for handrails for a set of stairs between the third and fourth floors when the worker stepped backward, accidentally missed the last step , and fell to the floor. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance in a conscious state. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker error. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an electrician stepped on an imperfection in a concrete landing, braced himself, and injured his back. An ambulance was called.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker wearing his lanyard while he was securing forms, attemped to relocate his position and the clip slipped causing him to fall and knock off the rebar cap. This caused the worker to scratch his arm and rib. The An ambulance was called for the worker. The worker was securing forms as per the Means and Methods. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker error. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a flag person was directing traffic when he was struck by a pedestrian vehicle. This incident took place away from the job site, the flag person was directing traffic in relation to the job site. An ambulance was called, and the flag person was transported to Mount Sinai Hospital.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was removing a floor covering for bathroom piping when he twisted his ankle. An ambulance was called to the site. An orientation and a tool box talk were provided to the worker. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker error. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a super stepped on a nail that pierced his boot. The super went to an emergency room to be examined, and then returned to the site to continue working. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that while there was bracing and shoring work for a one story commercial building being performed, a worker was kneeling down to perform an inspection on contaminated soil when he was struck by a large rock that was being moved by an excavator. The worker suffered broken ribs and a possibly fractured pelvis. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance and was admitted into the intensive care unit. Six total ECB Violations were issued: one violation for failure to provide and maintain safety measures for the operation, one violation for failure to provide a site-specific safety orientation for the worker at the site, one violation for failure to perform a pre-shift safety meeting for the operation, one violation for failure to store combustible materials adequately, one violation for the failure to provide design drawings for the construction fence, and one violation for the presence of temporary construction equipment (filter tanks) on site without a permit. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and six DOB Violations were also issued. The General Contractor is required to provide an accident report and adequate safety measures for the operation going forward.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was using a hoist to move his gang box from the thirtieth floor to the twentieth floor. While the worker was on the hoist, the vibration of the hoist caused the worker to lose control of a tool, and the worker got his finger pinned between the tool and the gang box. The worker went to an urgent care center, received stitches, and returned to the site. The worker then left the site early and went home for the day. The worker was in possession of all of the necessary certifications, and had received the required safety orientation. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker error. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker at the loading dock was receiving sheetrock from a fork lift when the worker lost control of the sheetrock and the sheetrock fell on the worker’s leg. The worker suffered a broken ankle and was transported to a hospital. The sheetrock was loose and were not banded or on a pallet. All permits and logs at the job site were available. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to institute adequate safety measures, and one violation for the absence of guardrails at the loading dock. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all material handling, including deliveries.
The Site Safety Coordinator reported that a worker installing trim woodwork when he cut his wrist. The worker was treated at the site before being taken to an urgent care center. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was standing on a ladder when he slipped off of the third rung of the ladder and fell down. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a curtain wall installer broke through a plywood floor cover when he stepped onto it and injured his shin and knee. The worker walked off the site and went to a clinic. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that while there was excavation work in progress for the building pavement at exposure 3, a worker was cutting rebars that were sticking out of the old concrete pavement when he got caught between the rebars, tumbled down, and suffered a dislocated leg. The worker was taken to Winthrop Hospital by an ambulance. There was also facade repair work being performed at the site. The work being performed at the site exceeded the scope of the permit. Six ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to institute adequate safety measures, one violation for the tampering with the evidence of an incident, as the General Contractor cleaned up the area of the incident before the inspector arrived, one violation for the presence of logistics on site that did not conform with the approved Site Safety Plan (SSP), one violation for the use of an interior elevator for construction without converting for construction, one violation for the failure to provide an Occupant Protection Plan (OPP) while working on an occupied building, and one violation for working on a Builder’s Pavement Plan (BPP) without obtaining a permit. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all exterior work. The General Contractor is to correct all violating conditions and provide additional safety measures for the safe operation of the job.
A DOB inspector reported that a welder was ascending a scaffold while he had two cables in his hand. When the cables touched the scaffold, the worker suffered a shock to his left side. The worker was taken to an area hospital, where he was reported to be in stable condition. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain the scaffold as per code. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all welding operations with carpenters. A Means and Methods for safe operations going forward must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was using a box cutter to cut around a sound-proof mat when he cut himself. The worker went to an urgent care center. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that during a dewatering operation for a new building that was at the excavation and soil remediation phase, a hose that was approximately four inches in diameter was placed across a pedestrian walkway, and a female pedestrian tripped on the hose and fell. The pedestrian suffered bruises to her face and was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. The hose was placed across the pedestrian walkway without being suspended and without having a footbridge or chamber in place to safeguard pedestrians from a hazardous tripping condition. A cover was put in place after the incident occurred. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the tampering with the evidence of an incident, as a hose was removed, and one violation for the failure to institute and maintain safety measures for a perimeter operation. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued on all perimeter operations, including dewatering, delivery, and removal operations. Two DOB Violations were also issued. The partial Stop Work Order will be in place until adequate safety measures are provided and the public access areas of the exterior of the site are safeguarded.
A DOB inspector reported that during metal coping operation on the parapet wall at the roof level, a worker was attempting to guide a drill bit by placing his hand on the bit when his gloves got caught in the drill bit’s rotation, which caused a sudden reflex hand action that created a twist. The worker suffered a bruise and pain in the fingers that were rotated with the drill bit. The worker went to an urgent care center. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker error. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was removing a decorative wooden beam when the beam slipped, fell, and injured the worker’s leg. The worker was taken to a hospital by ambulance. Two ECB violations were issued: one violation for a failure to institute adequate safety measures, and one violation for the presence of inadequate housekeeping, as there was an excessive amount of construction debris scattered throughout the second and third floors. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and two DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that at a new building site that was at the foundation stage, a concrete pump truck was booming when the pump truck knocked down a light pole, and the light pole struck a worker that was in the street. The worker was taken to a hospital. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard all persons and property affected by construction operations. A DOB Violation was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that an elevator foreman was closing a gang box when the cover slipped and hit him over his eye, which caused a laceration. The worker was taken to Cornell Hospital by ambulance, where he received stitches.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pushing a generator during torch operations when he twisted his back. An ambulance was called.
A DOB inspector reported that a pedestrian cyclist was going from south to north in the bicycle lane on 4th Avenue when jersey barriers/Yodocks shifted into the path of the pedestrian and the pedestrian ran into the barriers. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his hand and leg and was taken to Methodist Hospital by an ambulance. The Yodocks were moved from a parallel position to a perpendicular position during the closing of a shift on October 16, 2019, and were not returned to a parallel position until after the incident. There were no safety measures in place, and there were conditions present at the site that did not conform to the Site Safety Plans. There were no warning signs present at the site, and the jersey barriers/Yodocks were not maintained as per the manufacturer’s specifications. The failure to provide, secure, and maintain safety measures for the operation on the roadway for the jersey barriers created an unsafe condition for pedestrians. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the tampering with the evidence of an accident after the accident occurred, one violation for the failure to maintain Yodocks/jersey barriers as per the manufacturer’s specifications, and one violation for the failure to safeguard the public, as there were no safety measures in place for the operation. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all operations in the work zone and storage area at exposures 1 and 2 until adequate safety measures for the work zone and storage operation can be provided and maintained. Three DOB Violations were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that during an interior demolition operation, two workers were using a scissor lift to assist them with dismantling ductwork when the ductwork dislodged and hit the scissor lift. This caused the scissor lift to tip over, with the two workers still on the platform. Both workers suffered minor, non-life threatening injuries and were taken to Bellevue Hospital. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute adequate safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all work on the fourth and fifth floors. A DOB Violation was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that an enclosure fell off of a sidewalk shed due to high winds and struck two pedestrians, a mother and child. Both of the injured pedestrians were transported to New York Presbyterian Hospital by an ambulance. The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) checked the sidewalk shed and removed some parapet deck enclosures in order to make the site safe. Approximately 20′-0″ linear feet of sidewalk shed deck enclosure was removed. The sidewalk shed company was notified of the incident and went to the site in order to evaluate if the sidewalk shed needed repairs. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for the failure to maintain the sidewalk shed in a code compliant manner.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker dropped steel onto his left foot. The worker was taken to a hospital by a co-worker. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cleaning debris when he broke a piece of a 2 X 4 in half using his foot and hurt his shin. The worker went to an urgent care center. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that at a site that was under an Alteration 2 permit for the stabilization of the remainder of the structure after the building had partially collapsed from a fire that had occurred in May 2017, an excavator was being used to remove debris when a masonry wall that was unbraced and approximately sixty feet collapsed onto two workers that were spraying water for dust control as part of an abatement operation. One of the workers succumbed to his injuries, and the second worker suffered serious injuries. Five ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to institute safety equipment measures, one violation for the performance of work without a permit, one violation for the performance of work that does not conform to approved plans, one violation for the failure to obey a vacate order, and one violation for the failure to promptly notify DOB of an incident. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and five DOB Violations were also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was cutting a pipe with a grinder when the grinder got stuck and kicked back, which caused a laceration to the worker’s right arm. The worker was taken to a hospital by a co-worker.
A DOB inspector reported that at a proposed New Building site that was at grade level and had a permit in place for foundation earth work, there were workers installing a sliding gate at the entrance of the site when the wind blew and caused a worker to lose control of the gate. The gate struck a pedestrian that was passing by in the shoulder. The pedestrian was taken to a hospital. The pedestrian’s injuries are unknown, but the pedestrian never lost consciousness. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard the public and property. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all street operations, shipping, and receiving. Only the completion of pedestrian protection on the street is allowed. A DOB Violation was also issued. The General Contractor is to provide a Means and Methods for safe operations going forward.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker got his finger jammed between an AC unit and a pipe that he was placing. The worker was treated on site, and was then taken to an area hospital by a co-worker for observation. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that two workers were performing fireproofing work inside of an elevator shaft on the thirty-third floor level. The two workers were on the elevator platform when one of the workers was leaning down and had his head outside of the shaft. During this time, the second worker pressed the button to move the elevator upward, and the worker that was leaning down hit his head by the shaft wall. The worker that hit his head succumbed to his injuries. The elevator car was not completed, as there was only a plywood platform, a rail, and a door present. There were several inadequate safety procedures and non-compliances present at the site. A DOB Violation and a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) were issued. All of the safety issues will be addressed by serving the appropriate ECB Violations to the General Contractor and the Sub Contractors at the site, pending the completion of the inspection and investigation.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was operating a table saw when he cut his finger. The worker drove himself to an urgent care center, where he received three stitches. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that a delivery truck started to back up without there being any flaggers in place, which caused a worker to jump out of the way. The worker hit his leg on a pile of sheetrock. An ambulance was called, and the worker was transported to a hospital. Three ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the presence of a job site fence that was contrary to the Site Safety Plan (SSP), one violation for the presence of inadequate guard rails, and one violation for the absence of a flagger. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for work at exposure one.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a truck driver was moving a skid of material when he strained his back. An ambulance took the truck driver to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was on a ladder pulling electric wire when the worker mis-stepped from the ladder and suffered a leg injury. The worker was experiencing pain. An ambulance was called, and the worker was taken to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was on a ladder on the fifth floor when he mis-stepped off of the ladder and injured his leg. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance.
A DOB inspector reported that two workers were fixing scaffolding in response to an ECB Violation that was issued on October 28, 2019. One of the workers was working on the fifth floor level while the second worker was working on the sixth floor. The worker on sixth floor was moving a toe board when he accidentally dropped the toe board, and the toe board fell on the worker that was on the fifth floor. The injured floor worker was conscious, but dizzy, and was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for failure to maintain safety measures, as the workers were performing a scaffolding installation in the same vertical alignment without a safety zone or Controlled Access Zone (CAZ) in place, and one violation for the installation of supported scaffolding without the necessary certification, as the two workers did not possess a 32-hour erector’s certificate. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all work on scaffolding.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving material on a skid when his finger was pinched with the material. The worker went to a City M.D. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker twisted his knee while carrying rebar. An ambulance was called.
A DOB inspector reported that painter, slipped off of a ladder and fell down a flight of stairs. The worker was taken to an area hospital in stable condition. All equipment at the site was in good condition, and the manufacturer’s specifications were found on site. A tool box talk about the use of the equipment that was going to be used that day was given in the morning. No unsafe conditions or violating conditions were found. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker error. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that after the site closed for the day, a worker was coming down a ladder when he missed a step and slipped off of the ladder. The worker suffered a twisted ankle. The worker left the site to go home, but on his way home, he started to feel pain so he went to an urgent care center.
A DOB inspector reported that at a site that featured a partial demolition and reconstruction operation, a worker was using an elevator shaft and supported scaffolding on the eighth floor level to perform a demolition operation that involved the removal of an electrical trough that ran from the eighth floor to the ninth floor and was approximately ten feet in length. The worker got his hand pinched between a wall and the trough and suffered a laceration. The worker was treated on site and then left the site in stable condition to receive treatment at an urgent care center. Five total ECB Violations were issued, with four of the violations having been issued to the General Contractor and one of the violations having been issued to the Sub Contractor. The four ECB Violations that were issued to the General Contractor include: one violation for a failure to provide an adequate pre-shift safety meeting, one violation for the failure to provide a guardrail system and full planking for the scaffolding, one violation for the failure to perform a pre-shift inspection on the scaffolding, and one violation for the failure to obtain a permit for the erected supported pipe scaffolding. The one violation that was issued to the Sub-Contractor was a violation for the failure to perform a pre-shift safety meeting. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all elevator shaft operations until the scaffolding at the site is permitted and in compliance with code requirements.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was pulling a pallet jack when he ran over his own foot. The worker walked to an urgent care center.
The Construction Superintendent reported that a worker was using an A-Frame to move metal studs when he cut his leg while walking by. The worker went to an urgent care center by himself.
A DOB inspector reported that during a fire-stopping operation, a worker was coming off of a baker scaffold that was approximately five feet tall when he fell and injured his shoulder. The worker left the site and went to a hospital on his own, where he was reported to be in stable condition, but still experiencing shoulder pain. The inspector first visited the site on November 6, 2019, but the Site Safety Manager was not available at the site, and the workers at the site were unaware of the incident and could not provide information. On this date, an ECB Violation and a full Stop Work Order (FSWO) were issued, because there was no site Safety Manager on site. A second inspection was performed at the site on November 7, 2019, and six ECB Violations related to the incident were issued during this inspection: one violation for the failure to provide an orientation for a worker, one violation for the failure by the Site Safety Manager to notify DOB of a hoist that was not in readiness, one violation for the failure to perform a pre-shift safety meeting, one violation for the failure to provide scaffold user certification, one violation for the failure by the permit holder to notify DOB of the accident, and one violation to the General Contractor for the failure to have the hoist in readiness. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for the use of a hoist and for all work above seventy five feet.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was transferring sheet rock on an “A” Frame when one piece of a sheet rock came off and injured a worker’s toe. The worker was taken to a hospital.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was performing a hoist jumping operation on the first floor when the limits became loose and caused severe lacerations to three of the worker’s fingers. The worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. Seven ECB Violations were issued, including six violations that were issued to the General Contractor and one violation that was issued to the Sub Contractor. The six violations that were issued to the General Contractor include: one violation for a failure to provide an orientation for the worker that was performing the hoist jumping operation, one violation for the failure to provide a pre-shift safety meeting for the operation, one violation for the failure to maintain and provide horizontal netting at exposure 4, one violation for the failure to institute and maintain safety measures, as there were exposed rebar caps present and penetrations in floors that were not secured throughout the site, one violation for a failure to maintain adequate housekeeping throughout the site, and one violation for a failure to provide guardrails at the elevator shaft and stairway B at exposure 4. The one violation that was issued to the Sub Contractor was a violation for a failure to provide a pre-shift safety meeting. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and seven DOB Violations were also issued.
A worker was working on a six-foot ladder and was coming down from the ladder when he fell backwards from the last step and suffered a sprained ankle. The on-site medics treated the worker and wrapped up the ankle, but the worker insisted that an ambulance be called. The worker was taken to a hospital with no severe injury.
A DOB inspector reported that while concrete formwork was being installed for a first floor slab, a worker was attempting to remove a water hose that was underneath a tripod that was holding a stringer when the stringer fell and hit the worker’s shoulder. The worker was in a conscious state after he was struck, but was told to lay down until a New York City Fire Department (FDNY) ambulance came to take him to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to maintain safety measures. A DOB Violation was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was loading an “A” Frame with metal studs when he pulled the “A” Frame and the “A” Frame tipped over onto the worker’s leg. An ambulance was called, and the worker was sent to a hospital. It was determined that this incident occurred as a result of a worker error. Two ECB Violations were issued: one violation for a failure to maintain safe operations, and one violation for the presence of inadequate housekeeping. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all “A” Frame use and for improper housekeeping. A DOB Violation was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was operating a corded drill when he injured his back. The worker was taken to a hospital.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker on the twenty-eighth floor was tying rebar when his hard hat was blown off by a gust of wind. The hard hat flew off of the side of the building and struck a pedestrian that was walking in the street below. The pedestrian suffered a laceration to his head. An ambulance was called to the site. The pedestrian received medical attention at the site, but refused to go to the hospital and walked off on his own. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard the public and property. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker was sealing a hole on the second floor where a temporary stair once was with plywood when the worker lost his balance and fell approximately twenty feet into the basement. The worker was taken to a hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. A DOB Violation was issued for a failure to safeguard the public and property affected by construction operations. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) was also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that there was scaffolding at the southwest corner of the stairway C area on the eighteenth floor that had steel on top of it. This scaffolding had been mounted by workers, and the scaffolding collapsed to the deck of the seventeenth floor. Four workers were injured, as three workers suffered minor injuries and one worker suffered moderate injuries. All four of the injured parties were taken to Bellevue Hospital. The scaffolding was not properly cross braced to distribute the load. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute adequate safety measures. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued. The stairway C area has been isolated and secured from the rest of the job.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was carrying rebar when he tripped and fell on his back. The worker was transported to a hospital by an ambulance. A DOB inspector responded and reported that the site was not dangerous after where the worker tripped. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that there were plumbers handling an iron pipe that was nine feet long and ten inches thick. The iron pipe was being moved onto a pipe stand when one of the plumbers lost his grip on the pipe. The plumber tried to stop the pipe from hitting the floor and suffered a laceration to his hand and a bruise to his leg. The worker went to a clinic by himself. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a taper was on stilts when he tripped and fell from the stilts. The worker hurt his tail bone. The worker was treated on site, but requested that an ambulance be called. An ambulance was called.
A DOB inspector reported that two workers working on a scissor lift. While one of the workers was lowering the scissor lift, the second worker attempted to exit the scissor lift and got his foot caught between the rails, which caused a bruise and minor pain. This worker was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to comply with the manufacturer’s specifications for the scissor lift operation. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all equipment use. A DOB Violation was also issued. The General Contractor at the site was requested to provide a list of the equipment and certifications for the machines, as a worker was not qualified to operate the scissor lift as of the time of the inspection.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was wearing a glove on his hand when the worker’s thumb got caught by a circular saw. The worker suffered a minor cut and went to an emergency room with a foreman. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was removing wire from a spool when he hit himself in the eye. The worker’s eye was red, but he was still able to see. The worker went to a City M.D. with a co-worker. An ambulance was not called.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker fell approximately five feet from a baker scaffold. The worker complained of pain and was transported to a hospital by an ambulance. This incident took place on November 15, 2019, but was not reported to DOB until November 18, 2019. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site, but the job site was padlocked and the inspector could not gain access into the site. A follow up inspection will be performed on November 19, 2019. An ECB Violation was issued for the failure to notify DOB of the incident in a timely manner. A full Stop Work Order (FSWO) and a DOB Violation were also issued.
A DOB inspector reported that a worker on the third floor was pushing a two-section high rolling baker scaffold that had wheels when the top section of the scaffold dislodged and landed on the worker. The worker suffered injuries to his leg and elbow and was taken to a nearby hospital. The injured worker was in possession of both a 30-hour OSHA Card and a 4-hour Scaffold User Card. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute adequate safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all baker scaffold use. A DOB Violation was also issued.
A supervisor designated by the General Contractor reported that an electrician fell downstairs before work started. The worker hurt his arm and suffered a bruise. An ambulance was called, and the worker was taken to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that there were two workers were moving a travertine stone against a wall for position when the stone cracked forward and hit one of the workers on their lower leg and foot. The struck worker was experiencing pain, and an ambulance was called to the site to transport the worker to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was painting when he slipped off of a step stool, fell to the ground on his back, and struck his tail bone. An ambulance was called, and the worker was taken to a hospital.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was operating a gas-powered concrete buggy when the worker lost his balance and fell off of the buggy. The worker suffered an injury to his leg, and an ambulance was called to transport the worker to a hospital. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safe operations. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all work on gas buggies. A DOB Violation was also issued. A Means and Methods for safe buggy operations in order to prevent future incidents must be provided.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was moving a spider cage scaffold when he lost his footing, slipped backwards, and sprained his wrist. The worker went to an urgent care center and then returned to work.
A DOB inspector reported that there was a worker was using stilts that were approximately three feet high to assist him in performing a taping operation. When the worker attempted to acquire compound from a bucket on the floor, the worker lost his balance, fell, and injured his hand. The worker was taken to a hospital in stable condition. It was determined that this incident occurred as the result of a worker error. No enforcement action was necessary.
A DOB inspector reported that at exposure 1 on the bulkhead level, a suspended scaffold cable snapped, which caused the scaffold platform to go vertical. The cable had gotten loose and slipped through the thimble on the shackle. Two workers were rescued by the New York City Fire Department (FDNY). The two workers both suffered injuries and were transported to a local hospital in stable condition for observation. The suspended scaffold platform was lowered to the sidewalk bridge. The General Contractor at the site did not cooperate with the DOB inspector in recovering fist grips that fell from the outrigger beam. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to notify DOB of a suspended scaffold installation, one violation for the failure to perform a safe and proper inspection for the suspended scaffold, one violation for the failure to provide safety measures for the public and property, as there were no safety measures in place, which created unsafe conditions, and one violation for the performance of work that does not conform with the CD-5 application that was given for suspended scaffold operations. The rigging company had to send both motors for service after the accident.
A DOB inspector reported that there were two workers that, as part of a façade restoration, were on a suspend scaffold performing demolition work on the parapet wall on the roof level. The foreman of the operation stated that the demolition of the parapet did not happen equally, as one side was more demolished than the other side. Therefore, the scaffolding platform was unequally loaded by the debris from the demolition. The two workers were coming down for a break when the suspension cable on one side of the platform snapped while the scaffold was between the second and third floors. One of the workers suffered a scratch on the leg, while the other worker was bleeding from the nose. An ambulance was called, and both workers were taken to a hospital. Both of the injured workers had received the proper training. The inspector observed that the bracket that holds the shackle of the suspension wire rope had failed. Four ECB Violations were issued: one violation for the failure to perform a proper inspection on a suspended scaffold, one violation for the failure to notify DOB prior to installation, one violation for the overloading of a scaffold, which caused a collapse, and one violation for the failure to safeguard persons and property. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all use of suspended scaffolding at the site. The Rigger was instructed to re-certify the two workers that were injured during this accident.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was working on a six foot ladder in the basement when he fell from the third step. The worker suffered a leg injury and was taken to a hospital by an ambulance. The incident was initially reported to the worker’s foreman before the Site Safety Manager learned of the incident. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and determined that the incident was caused by a worker error. No enforcement action was necessary.
The Site Safety Manager reported that a worker was reaching into a bag to get screws when his thumb was clipped by a piece of equipment. The worker suffered a cut to his finger. The worker went to a hospital. An ambulance was not called. This incident took place on November 21, 2019, but was not reported to DOB until November 22, 2019. A DOB inspector responded to the incident and visited the site and issued an ECB Violation for the failure to immediately notify DOB of an accident.
A DOB inspector reported that a large window that was approximately 8′ high, 3′ wide, and estimated to be 400 pounds, fell and hit a worker. The worker suffered an arm injury and was sent to a hospital. The window that fell was not being installed as of the time of the incident. An Aggravated Level 2 ECB Violation was issued for a failure to institute adequate safety measures. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all window installations. A DOB Violation was also issued.
The Site Safety Manager reported that there were three workers that were carrying a twelve-foot steel channel when one of the workers slipped, lost his grip on the channel, and dropped it. The steel channel fell approximately one foot and landed on the worker’s foot. A co-worker took the struck worker to an urgent care center. An ECB Violation was issued for a failure to maintain safe operations. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) for all material handling was issued. A DOB Violation was also issued. A Means and Methods for safe material handling must be provided.
A worker was walking backwards while carting mini-debris containers when he walked into another mini-debris container and injured his back. The worker went to a hospital on his own. An ambulance was not called.
A DOB inspector reported that during the mobilization for a daily concrete operation, a car went past a flag person and hit a worker that was moving barriers in the exposure one roadway. An ambulance was called, and the struck worker was taken to a hospital in stable and responsive condition. There were inadequate safety measures for the operation present in the exposure one roadway, and the operation did not conform to the approved Site Safety Plans (SSP), as two lanes of traffic were not maintained as required. An orientation was not conducted for the worker that was affected by the accident, and the pre-shift safety meeting was inadequate, as the injured worker did not participate in the meeting. Five total ECB Violations were issued, including four violations that were issued to the General Contractor and one violation that was issued to the sub contractor. The four ECB Violations that were issued to the General Contractor include: one violation for the site not conforming to the approved Site Safety Plans, one violation for the failure to perform and provide an orientation for a worker, one violation for the failure to perform and provide an adequate pre-shift safety meeting, and one violation for the failure to provide safety measures for the operation. The one violation that was issued to the sub contractor was a violation for the failure to perform and provide a pre-shift safety meeting. A partial Stop Work Order (PSWO) was issued for all concrete operations, all masonry operations, and for all work and use of the storage zone at the exposure one grade level roadway. Five DOB Violations were also issued.