In 2013 there were 4,585 workplace fatalities in the United States. In 2014 the number was 4,821. The Bureau of Labor Statistics will publish 2015’s figures in December of this year, but current estimates keep the numbers in that region, and the jobs that make up most of the statistics are unlikely to change. When most people are asked to list the most dangerous jobs in the United States, they tend to name the … [Read more...]
5 of the Most Dangerous Jobs in the United States
How a Well Designed Fall Protection System Can Save Your Life
A recent government report stated that six workers fell to their deaths in April 2016. Both US and Canadian regulations demand that employers must minimize fall risk to employees who: 1. Work in elevated areas. This may be as little as four feet 2. Work where there are holes and other openings in floors, roofs or walls 3. Work above dangerous equipment, machinery, or materials Workplace environments and … [Read more...]
