October 4, 2011 - The latest figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics have revealed the most dangerous jobs in America according to the 4,547 fatal work injuries reported in 2010. Read on to see if you may need to hire a Missouri Workers' Compensation attorney.
Top 10 Most Dangerous Occupations in America
The Risk Management Monitor blog compiled the latest statistics from the bureau and pinpointed the occupations which had the most fatalities when a work-related accident was reported per 100,0000 workers:
- Fishermen - 116 fatalities;
- Logging workers - 91.9 fatalities;
- Airplane pilots and flight engineers - 70.6 fatalities;
- Farmers and ranchers - 41.4 fatalities;
- Mining machine operators - 38.7 fatalities;
- Roofers - 32.4 fatalities;
- Sanitation workers - 29.8 fatalities;
- Truck drivers & delivery workers - 21.8 fatalities;
- Industrial machine workers - 20.3 fatalities; and
- Police officers - 18 fatalities.
These figures show that there is generally a higher amount of risk associated when you work in an industrial profession or around heavy equipment. Employees in these professions should take extra care to ensure their own personal safety as well as the safety of their co-workers when on the job.
Employers in these industries also need to heed the rules and regulations regarding jobsite safety measures, either from the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) or their state's health and safety department.
Contacting a Missouri Workers' Compensation Attorney
Job-related accidents can cause serious injury or death and leave you and your family physically, financially and emotionally compromised. Before you make a decision on how to handle your case, order a copy of our FREE eBook, How to Handle Your Missouri Workers' Compensation Case Yourself. Our guide explains the Missouri workers' compensation system and helps you decide when it's time to hire an attorney.
When you're ready, contact us to set up a consultation with an experienced Missouri workers' compensation attorney at Bollwerk & Tatlow, LLC - 314-315-8111.