Think you have one of the world’s most dangerous jobs?
Some people choose to put themselves at risk every single day of their lives, in order to make ends meet. While for the average employee, a day of work involves very little adventure or surprise, some people face hazards on a constant basis. We have compiled a list of some of the most dangerous jobs around. Military-related jobs, which are already notorious for their high levels of risk, were not taken into account in the making of this list as we focused on more “civilian” lines of work. Let’s take a look at the countdown, in a style similar to our list of the most stressful careers.
No. 6: Roofers
Steady feet, confidence, and great physical strength are the three top requirements for any roofer. Navigating steep roofs several feet of the ground is not a task for the faint-hearted. One wrong step can lead to a fatal disaster, making roofing one of the most dangerous jobs out there.
No. 5: Lumberjacks
Spotting a lumberjack who is out of shape is virtually impossible. This is because lumberjacking is one of the most strenuous activities out there. A logging worker has to carry heavy equipment and trek deep into isolated forests. Extreme weather conditions, remote places, and the possibility of a tree falling out where it isn’t supposed to, make lumberjacking a very difficult and dangerous job.
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No. 4: Law Enforcement Officers
Law enforcement officers have one of the most unpredictable and dangerous jobs around. A law enforcement officer will never really know what is up ahead of him every time he is on a field job. Officers are often harmed in the line of duty and they have to be aware of this possibility at any given moment. This, coupled with the long hours and the physically demanding line of work, makes it one of the most dangerous jobs on Earth.
No. 3: Airplane Pilots
With the current innovations in technology, flying is one of the safest means of transportations. However, air plane pilots have a tough task on their hands. Long hours, unpredictable equipment failures, capricious weather moods, and rough landing strips make it one of the most dangerous jobs around.
No. 2: Fire Fighters
Fire fighters are a great aid to any community, but their job is one of the most dangerous around. Jumping into burning buildings, they often put the safety of others above their own. Smoke inhalation and tumbling debris further put their lives at risk. Apart from all of these hazards, fire fighting is also one of the most physically exhausting jobs out there.
No. 1: Crab Fishermen
Although most sea-related jobs have a level of danger attached to them, crab fishing tends to be the most hazardous of all. Apart from being a physically demanding job, crab fishers also have to face the sometimes not so friendly weather: storms, currents, big waves, etc. Most people working in the field have to engage in thorough training before being sea-worthy, but sometimes the unexpected leads to fatal accidents.
