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Bodyguard - When your job is to protect someone who may be the target of an attack, you know that danger is always present. Unfortunately, sometimes during the exercise of this job it is literally necessary to 'guard' the client's body from bullets.
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Stunt double - It's obvious that starring in risky movie scenes is dangerous. Stunt doubles are at risk of having an accident at any time, and it's not uncommon for some to lose their lives during the exercise of their profession.
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Roofers - Working on a roof can be a very dangerous job. It's sometimes necessary to carry out work even if the best atmospheric conditions are not met, so a small error or slip can be fatal. According to a CNN article, in 2004 there were almost 39 fatal accidents per 100,000 workers in the United States.
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Waste collector - Some people might be surprised to learn that this job poses many dangers. According to an article published by CNN, in 2014 waste collectors had a higher death rate than police officers or firefighters. The article adds that sometimes the greatest danger comes from the garbage itself, as it may contain poisonous fluids, sharp objects, or devices that can explode when compacted.
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Mining machine operator - This job is not advisable for people with claustrophobia. Many of the mining jobs are run in tight, hard-to-reach places. Methane gas inside the mines is an ever-present danger to these workers.
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Construction worker - Working sites are dangerous places where many accidents can occur. The more cluttered the place, the more dangerous it becomes. The fact that these workers sometimes have to work in adverse weather conditions also increases the risk of accidents.
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Bullfighter - It's a profession that only exists in some countries and in recent years has been heavily criticized by animal rights advocates. Needless to say, many bullfighters have been injured by bulls, as shown in this article by The Independent.
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Loggers - When we think of loggers, images of men in checkered shirts with long beards and axes in their hands come to mind. But we forget that these workers operate sharp electric saws and work with very tall trees. In 2009, in the United States alone, there were 62 deaths per 100,000 workers, according to CBS News.
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Wild animal tamer - There are several reports of animals that ended up attacking their tamers. In many of these situations, the attack turned out to be fatal, as shown in an article published by The Sun.
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Truck drivers - These drivers' job is to transport goods to a specific location within a designated time frame. Sometimes in order to meet the deadlines, these drivers skip the required resting time. This can result in road accidents. According to a 2014 CNN article, 22 in 100,000 truck drivers die doing their jobs.
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Underwater welder - It's easy to imagine how working several meters deep underwater can be dangerous. This job's risks include decompression and explosions, among others. According to Proud To Be American, data released by the US Labor Department showed that in 2012 this profession had a 15% mortality rate, That's 1,000 times more than police officers!
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Microchip manufacturer - This one might come as a surprise, but this job can be quite dangerous. According to CareerAddict, to create a microchip it's necessary to use various harmful chemicals, including arsenic. In the long term, exposure to these chemicals could lead to health problems.
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Farmers and ranchers - This might seem like a dream job for animal lovers, but this job is actually quite dangerous. According to NBC, in 2015 there were 22 fatal accidents per 100,000 workers in the US.
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Power linemen - This is an extremely demanding and dangerous job. It is not recommended for people who suffer from vertigo, since it's often necessary to work at great heights and under adverse weather conditions. According to CNN, in 2014 there was an average of 22 deaths for every 100,000 workers.
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Oil rig worker - This is hard work on a physical and psychological level. According to CarreerAddict, workers can have 16-hour shifts, and these rigs are usually located in areas subject to harsh weather conditions. Fires and explosions are two of the main threats in oil rigs.
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Airplane pilots - It's easy to see why this profession is dangerous. Unfortunately, an error can be fatal and this error may even have been committed by another person, such as an aircraft mechanic. In addition, flying in difficult weather conditions can be quite dangerous.
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Police officer - It's not by chance that these professionals carry guns. Police officers often have to face extremely dangerous scenarios and unfortunately some even end up losing their lives.
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Knife thrower's assistant - These people put their lives in the hands of knife throwers. Any mistake can be fatal or at least result in injury. Some people do it for the thrill and others for the money.
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Taxi driver - This might come as a surprise for some, but being a taxi driver is actually a dangerous job. According to USA Today, many people do not realize that traveling by car is one of the most dangerous things one can do on a daily basis. According to the same article, in 2016 there was an average of 13 deaths for every 100,00 taxi drivers in the US.
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Fishermen - Of course, fishing is not always dangerous. However, if you decide to fish scallops, know that there is serious dangerous involved. According to CNN, the hours of sleep are greatly reduced. Fatigue can lead to errors and these errors can be fatal. The article, published in 2014, states that in the US 75 in 100,000 workers die.
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Firefighter - This is one of the most dangerous jobs in the world. These professionals face situations of extreme danger and in some cases even end up losing their lives. They have to deal with fires, toxic fumes, and chemical spills.
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Factory worker - Not all factory work is dangerous, but, for instance, steel factories can be quite dangerous. Steelworkers are exposed to high temperatures, and accidents involving beams and walls collapsing on workers have been reported, according to CarreerAddict.
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Sulfur miner - Miners in Indonesia are exposed to toxic sulfur inside volcanoes. Long-term exposure to sulfur damages the lungs, eyes, throat, and chest, says CareerAddict.
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Bull rider - This occupation gained popularity in the 90s across the US. According to CareerAddict, these professionals suffer an average of one serious injury for every 15 events.
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Dangerous jobs you wouldn't want to do - Some jobs are extremely dangerous, but they are key in our society, take for instance firefighters and police officers. But there are a lot more dangerous jobs out there. Curious? Click through. You might just discover your true calling!
© iStock
0 / 25 Fotos
Bodyguard - When your job is to protect someone who may be the target of an attack, you know that danger is always present. Unfortunately, sometimes during the exercise of this job it is literally necessary to 'guard' the client's body from bullets.
© iStock
1 / 25 Fotos
Stunt double - It's obvious that starring in risky movie scenes is dangerous. Stunt doubles are at risk of having an accident at any time, and it's not uncommon for some to lose their lives during the exercise of their profession.
© iStock
2 / 25 Fotos
Roofers - Working on a roof can be a very dangerous job. It's sometimes necessary to carry out work even if the best atmospheric conditions are not met, so a small error or slip can be fatal. According to a CNN article, in 2004 there were almost 39 fatal accidents per 100,000 workers in the United States.
© iStock
3 / 25 Fotos
Waste collector - Some people might be surprised to learn that this job poses many dangers. According to an article published by CNN, in 2014 waste collectors had a higher death rate than police officers or firefighters. The article adds that sometimes the greatest danger comes from the garbage itself, as it may contain poisonous fluids, sharp objects, or devices that can explode when compacted.
© iStock
4 / 25 Fotos
Mining machine operator - This job is not advisable for people with claustrophobia. Many of the mining jobs are run in tight, hard-to-reach places. Methane gas inside the mines is an ever-present danger to these workers.
© iStock
5 / 25 Fotos
Construction worker - Working sites are dangerous places where many accidents can occur. The more cluttered the place, the more dangerous it becomes. The fact that these workers sometimes have to work in adverse weather conditions also increases the risk of accidents.
© iStock
6 / 25 Fotos
Bullfighter - It's a profession that only exists in some countries and in recent years has been heavily criticized by animal rights advocates. Needless to say, many bullfighters have been injured by bulls, as shown in this article by The Independent.
© iStock
7 / 25 Fotos
Loggers - When we think of loggers, images of men in checkered shirts with long beards and axes in their hands come to mind. But we forget that these workers operate sharp electric saws and work with very tall trees. In 2009, in the United States alone, there were 62 deaths per 100,000 workers, according to CBS News.
© iStock
8 / 25 Fotos
Wild animal tamer - There are several reports of animals that ended up attacking their tamers. In many of these situations, the attack turned out to be fatal, as shown in an article published by The Sun.
© iStock
9 / 25 Fotos
Truck drivers - These drivers' job is to transport goods to a specific location within a designated time frame. Sometimes in order to meet the deadlines, these drivers skip the required resting time. This can result in road accidents. According to a 2014 CNN article, 22 in 100,000 truck drivers die doing their jobs.
© iStock
10 / 25 Fotos
Underwater welder - It's easy to imagine how working several meters deep underwater can be dangerous. This job's risks include decompression and explosions, among others. According to Proud To Be American, data released by the US Labor Department showed that in 2012 this profession had a 15% mortality rate, That's 1,000 times more than police officers!
© iStock
11 / 25 Fotos
Microchip manufacturer - This one might come as a surprise, but this job can be quite dangerous. According to CareerAddict, to create a microchip it's necessary to use various harmful chemicals, including arsenic. In the long term, exposure to these chemicals could lead to health problems.
© iStock
12 / 25 Fotos
Farmers and ranchers - This might seem like a dream job for animal lovers, but this job is actually quite dangerous. According to NBC, in 2015 there were 22 fatal accidents per 100,000 workers in the US.
© iStock
13 / 25 Fotos
Power linemen - This is an extremely demanding and dangerous job. It is not recommended for people who suffer from vertigo, since it's often necessary to work at great heights and under adverse weather conditions. According to CNN, in 2014 there was an average of 22 deaths for every 100,000 workers.
© iStock
14 / 25 Fotos
Oil rig worker - This is hard work on a physical and psychological level. According to CarreerAddict, workers can have 16-hour shifts, and these rigs are usually located in areas subject to harsh weather conditions. Fires and explosions are two of the main threats in oil rigs.
© iStock
15 / 25 Fotos
Airplane pilots - It's easy to see why this profession is dangerous. Unfortunately, an error can be fatal and this error may even have been committed by another person, such as an aircraft mechanic. In addition, flying in difficult weather conditions can be quite dangerous.
© iStock
16 / 25 Fotos
Police officer - It's not by chance that these professionals carry guns. Police officers often have to face extremely dangerous scenarios and unfortunately some even end up losing their lives.
© iStock
17 / 25 Fotos
Knife thrower's assistant - These people put their lives in the hands of knife throwers. Any mistake can be fatal or at least result in injury. Some people do it for the thrill and others for the money.
© iStock
18 / 25 Fotos
Taxi driver - This might come as a surprise for some, but being a taxi driver is actually a dangerous job. According to USA Today, many people do not realize that traveling by car is one of the most dangerous things one can do on a daily basis. According to the same article, in 2016 there was an average of 13 deaths for every 100,00 taxi drivers in the US.
© iStock
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Fishermen - Of course, fishing is not always dangerous. However, if you decide to fish scallops, know that there is serious dangerous involved. According to CNN, the hours of sleep are greatly reduced. Fatigue can lead to errors and these errors can be fatal. The article, published in 2014, states that in the US 75 in 100,000 workers die.
© iStock
20 / 25 Fotos
Firefighter - This is one of the most dangerous jobs in the world. These professionals face situations of extreme danger and in some cases even end up losing their lives. They have to deal with fires, toxic fumes, and chemical spills.
© iStock
21 / 25 Fotos
Factory worker - Not all factory work is dangerous, but, for instance, steel factories can be quite dangerous. Steelworkers are exposed to high temperatures, and accidents involving beams and walls collapsing on workers have been reported, according to CarreerAddict.
© iStock
22 / 25 Fotos
Sulfur miner - Miners in Indonesia are exposed to toxic sulfur inside volcanoes. Long-term exposure to sulfur damages the lungs, eyes, throat, and chest, says CareerAddict.
© iStock
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Bull rider - This occupation gained popularity in the 90s across the US. According to CareerAddict, these professionals suffer an average of one serious injury for every 15 events.
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Dangerous jobs you wouldn't want to do
You'll be surprised by the risks that these occupations entail
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Some people seem to be addicted to adrenaline and look for strong emotions, even at work. There are also cases where people are really passionate about their jobs and don't mind the risks. There are many dangerous jobs out there, and many people are actually happy to do them. Take a look.
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