When we finish school, college, or university, it’s time to start thinking about career paths. What attracts people to certain careers varies widely. Some people are driven by money, others want to help others, and some seek excitement in their jobs. There are many dangerous jobs out there that people choose to do every day. In this article, we’ll look at some of the most dangerous jobs in the UK. People are drawn to these jobs for different reasons, but thousands of them risk their lives daily.
Firefighters
Firefighters never know what each day will bring. Each emergency call could be something as simple as rescuing a cat from a tree or as dangerous as entering a burning building to save people. Their job is incredibly varied, and no amount of training can fully prepare them for every possible situation they might face.
Bodyguards
Bodyguards protect important individuals, like politicians or celebrities, who might be targeted for attacks. Their job often requires them to put their own lives at risk to defend their clients. It’s a brave profession that can lead to extremely dangerous situations.
Fishermen
Fishermen can spend days at sea, where weather conditions can change dramatically. If a storm hits while they’re miles away from land, help is often far away. Even with advanced weather forecasting equipment, fishermen can find themselves stranded at sea during severe storms.
Farmers
Farmers work with dangerous equipment daily. One wrong move can result in serious injury or death, and unfortunately, this happens all too often. In fact, farming has a higher death rate per 1,000 workers than any other profession in the UK.
Construction Workers
Construction workers also frequently deal with dangerous equipment. Every year, several deaths occur due to accidents on construction sites. With heavy machinery and temporary working environments, construction workers face constant risks of injury or worse.
This article was written by Harry Thompson, a health and safety training executive from the UK.