Aerial Lift Falls
Falls from aerial lifts, boom lifts, and bucket trucks are covered under Labor Law 240.
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Understanding Aerial Lift Falls
Aerial lifts—including boom lifts, cherry pickers, and bucket trucks—elevate workers to significant heights. Falls occur when workers are ejected, equipment tips over, or guardrails fail. Labor Law 240 requires proper use of aerial lifts and fall protection within the platform.
Key Facts
Workers must be harnessed inside platforms
Outriggers must be fully extended on firm ground
Weight limits must be observed
Only trained operators may use aerial lifts
Common Safety Violations
When property owners or contractors fail to provide adequate safety measures, they may be held responsible under Labor Law 240. Common violations in aerial lift falls cases include:
No harness worn in platform
Outriggers not fully extended
Operating on unstable ground
Exceeding platform capacity
Untrained operator
Using lift to access other structures
Common Injuries
Death
Traumatic brain injuries
Spinal cord injuries
Multiple fractures
Internal injuries
Paralysis
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Your Protection
Under Labor Law 240, property owners have an absolute duty to provide proper safety equipment. If they failed to protect you, you may have a claim—even if you made a mistake.
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Learn moreAerial Lift Falls Across New York
If you were injured in a aerial accident in any of these areas, we can help you understand your rights under Labor Law 240.
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