This summer an announcement made has revealed how the 3 year old budget cuts have compromised safety in the construction industry. There has been outrage from the (Ucatt) Union of Construction, Allied Trades and Technicians, over these cuts, disconnection of a helpline for construction workers as well withdrawal of a number of safety laws by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Sentiments from the secretary general of Ucatt, Steve Murphy express how outrageous the act is and even goes ahead to describe how people have their hands stained with blood. Statistics from Ucatt have rated the construction industry as the most precarious in UK. With the number of grave injuries standing at around 2000 in the years 2011 and 2012, more than a third of budget cuts expected by 2015 by HSE could only see the figures rise.
Notably, construction is not the only risky job out there. If you are wondering how dangerous your job is, the top ten list is here:
1. Construction
A lot of things could go wrong in a construction site, the top of the list being electric shocks and falls. Despite the fact that only a small portion of the country's workforce is employed by this industry, it has recorded the highest number of accidents. There have also been cases of exposure to dangerous chemicals.
2. Agriculture
Surprisingly enough this industry has a high accident rate. The reasons range from long working hours, secluded working areas, to heavy and dangerous machinery. They usually happen in remote areas therefore a number of them are not even reported.
3. Manufacturing
The most obvious cause of accidents in this industry is the heavy machinery involved. The cases are usually so serious one may want to consider the services of Johnson Law-an injury solicitor for a settlement.
4. Fishing
The hazards associated with fishing are posed by tools of the trade such as sharp blades, hooks and the large water body as well. Many fishermen have been known to drown.
5. Mining and rig works
Despite the enhanced safety procedures in this industry, many dangers and hazards still lurk around the corner. Workers are often exposed to the risk of fires, asphyxiation and collapses.
6. Commercial driving
The most common reason of accidents for this category is exhaustion due to long driving hours. Others are ferrying dangerous inflammable materials and unfamiliar roads.
7. Deep sea diving
This profession is categorized by low oxygen levels and exposure to sea animals that are not always friendly. Considering you have to visit the compression chamber every once in a while, the dangers of this job are not insignificant.
8. The Military
Aside from the obvious dangers of a battle field, other operations such as war zone security and bomb/mine sweeps have taken the lives of many soldiers.
9. Emergency Services
Providers of these services usually come to face to face with sticky situations that don't always end well. They range from fire fighters trying to put out huge balls of fire to paramedics trying to save someone suffering from chemical exposure.
10. Entertainment
People try out different stunts everyday all in the name of entertainment. The high number of accidents in the circus and racetracks tell the story.
About the author
Robert Park is a director of Sedgwick Legal, the personal injury solicitors Manchester, who have been providing first class legal advice and support for almost 50 years, still acting for clients who first enlisted their help all those years ago. Robert is well respected within the legal industry and also enjoys blogging, football and has an interest in history.
Sentiments from the secretary general of Ucatt, Steve Murphy express how outrageous the act is and even goes ahead to describe how people have their hands stained with blood. Statistics from Ucatt have rated the construction industry as the most precarious in UK. With the number of grave injuries standing at around 2000 in the years 2011 and 2012, more than a third of budget cuts expected by 2015 by HSE could only see the figures rise.
Notably, construction is not the only risky job out there. If you are wondering how dangerous your job is, the top ten list is here:
1. Construction
A lot of things could go wrong in a construction site, the top of the list being electric shocks and falls. Despite the fact that only a small portion of the country's workforce is employed by this industry, it has recorded the highest number of accidents. There have also been cases of exposure to dangerous chemicals.
2. Agriculture
Surprisingly enough this industry has a high accident rate. The reasons range from long working hours, secluded working areas, to heavy and dangerous machinery. They usually happen in remote areas therefore a number of them are not even reported.
3. Manufacturing
The most obvious cause of accidents in this industry is the heavy machinery involved. The cases are usually so serious one may want to consider the services of Johnson Law-an injury solicitor for a settlement.
4. Fishing
The hazards associated with fishing are posed by tools of the trade such as sharp blades, hooks and the large water body as well. Many fishermen have been known to drown.
5. Mining and rig works
Despite the enhanced safety procedures in this industry, many dangers and hazards still lurk around the corner. Workers are often exposed to the risk of fires, asphyxiation and collapses.
6. Commercial driving
The most common reason of accidents for this category is exhaustion due to long driving hours. Others are ferrying dangerous inflammable materials and unfamiliar roads.
7. Deep sea diving
This profession is categorized by low oxygen levels and exposure to sea animals that are not always friendly. Considering you have to visit the compression chamber every once in a while, the dangers of this job are not insignificant.
8. The Military
Aside from the obvious dangers of a battle field, other operations such as war zone security and bomb/mine sweeps have taken the lives of many soldiers.
9. Emergency Services
Providers of these services usually come to face to face with sticky situations that don't always end well. They range from fire fighters trying to put out huge balls of fire to paramedics trying to save someone suffering from chemical exposure.
10. Entertainment
People try out different stunts everyday all in the name of entertainment. The high number of accidents in the circus and racetracks tell the story.
About the author
Robert Park is a director of Sedgwick Legal, the personal injury solicitors Manchester, who have been providing first class legal advice and support for almost 50 years, still acting for clients who first enlisted their help all those years ago. Robert is well respected within the legal industry and also enjoys blogging, football and has an interest in history.