The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has identified the top 10 most dangerous industries in the United States based on the incidence of fatal occupational injuries. These industries, in order of the highest fatality rate to the lowest, are:
Fishers and related fishing workers (117.0 deaths per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers)
Logging workers (109.6 deaths per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers)
Aircraft pilots and flight engineers (58.7 deaths per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers)
Structural iron and steel workers (54.9 deaths per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers)
Tree care and tree work (52.7 deaths per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers)
Roofers (49.7 deaths per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers)
Refuse and recyclable material collectors (47.3 deaths per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers)
Electrical power-line installers and repairers (44.5 deaths per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers)
Drivers/sales workers and truck drivers (42.3 deaths per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers)
Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers (35.2 deaths per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers)
Tree care and tree work is a particularly dangerous industry due to the inherent hazards associated with working at heights, using power tools and heavy equipment, and working near power lines. Other hazards in tree care and tree work include the risk of falling branches and trees, exposure to extreme weather conditions, and the risk of injury from lifting and carrying heavy loads.
To improve safety in tree care and tree work, it is important to have a strong and adaptable safety culture. This includes implementing and enforcing safety policies and procedures, providing training and resources to workers on how to safely perform their duties, and promoting a culture of safety among workers and management. It is also important to regularly assess and identify potential hazards and implement controls to mitigate these hazards. Additionally, having the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensuring that it is properly used can also improve safety in tree care and tree work.
Across all industries, implementing a strong safety culture can help to reduce the incidence of injuries and fatalities on the job. This includes providing workers with the necessary training, resources, and equipment to perform their duties safely, as well as promoting a culture of safety among workers and management. By prioritizing safety and taking a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating hazards, employers can help to create a safer work environment for their employees.
The data on the top 10 most dangerous industries and the fatality rates for each industry were obtained from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Specifically, the data on fatal occupational injuries were obtained from the BLS Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI) program, which compiles data on fatal work injuries that occurred in the United States. The data on non-fatal injuries and illnesses were obtained from the BLS Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses (SOII), which provides estimates on the number and rate of non-fatal injuries and illnesses in the United States.
Data and information:
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). (n.d.). Fatal occupational injuries by industry. Retrieved from https://www.osha.gov/data/commonstats
Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). (n.d.). Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI). Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/iif/oshcfoi1.htm
Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). (n.d.). Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses (SOII). Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/iif/osh_summary.htm
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