What Is a Struck-By Incident?
A struck-by incident occurs when a worker is hit by an object, piece of equipment, or material. These incidents are one of the leading causes of serious injuries in construction.
Common Struck-By Hazards on Jobsites
- Moving vehicles or mobile equipment (trucks, forklifts, excavators)
- Falling objects from heights (tools, materials, debris)
- Swinging or rotating equipment (crane loads, excavator buckets)
- Flying objects (grinding, cutting, power tools)
- Materials being lifted, lowered, or stacked improperly
Root Causes - Poor housekeeping or unsecured materials
- Working too close to moving equipment
- Lack of situational awareness
- Inadequate communication or blind spots
- Missing or improper PPE
How to Prevent Struck-By Incidents - Stay alert and avoid walking under suspended loads
- Maintain eye contact with equipment operators when possible
- Use spotters and clearly marked exclusion zones
- Secure tools and materials when working at heights
- Wear required PPE, including hard hats and high-visibility clothing
- Follow traffic control plans and equipment operating procedures
Everyone’s Responsibility - Operators: Know your surroundings and watch for workers on foot
- Workers: Stay out of danger zones and speak up if something looks unsafe
- All employees: Report near misses and hazards immediately
- Remember:
If you can see the hazard, it can probably see you. Take a moment to stop, look, and think before moving into an active work area.
Prioritizing safety on Stueve Construction sites is essential for protecting workers, preventing serious injuries, and avoiding costly project delays. A strong safety culture involves more than just adhering to regulations; it requires a commitment from everyone on site, from management to individual workers. This includes providing continuous training, ensuring the use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE), and encouraging open communication about potential hazards. By systematically identifying risks, implementing engineering controls, and making safety a core value, the Stueve Construction Company has created a safer and more productive work environment.
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