Last year, in 2021, fatal injuries involving railroads hit the highest level that has been seen since 2007. There were a total of 893 deaths. That is more than the 744 fatalities from 2020 by about 20%. It’s a notable increase and raises serious concerns about this...
People who work around trains, railroad tracks and rail yards are subject to numerous risks. This time of year, an added risk is heat-related illnesses. Being out in the hot sun for hours can be dangerous on its own. However, if you’re doing highly physical labor, you...
Those who work in the railroad industry know that they do a relatively dangerous job. They work around heavy machinery, and trains are notoriously difficult to stop quickly. When things go wrong, workers can be severely injured. People who are considering these...
Many workers are kept safe by the personal protection equipment, or PPE, that their employers give them. For instance, construction workers are often required to have hard hats in case they're struck by items falling from above. As a railroad worker, you know that you...
Tunnel workers have a very important job, but they can easily get hurt. Workers have to work in sometimes-unstable areas, which means that roof falls or cave-ins could quickly lead to trouble. Most of the time, construction companies and individuals working on these...
Railroad workers face numerous occupational hazards on a daily basis, which makes their occupation one of the most dangerous. The chances of something going wrong are always high despite the safety measures present in the workplace. Some common injuries railroad...
Railroad work is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States. According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, there were 3,050 railroad worker injuries in 2020. Many common injuries include slips, trips, and falls; contact with equipment; and...
The railways are utilized by members of the public across Connecticut. Trains also play a key role in carrying vital goods across the state and country. Thousands of people are employed in this sector. Jobs can pay well and there is a steady stream of work, but there...
Working in a railyard requires considerable stamina. It often involves non-traditional hours, changing schedules, overtime shifts and doing strenuous work in all kinds of weather (particularly here in our region). This all puts workers at risk for serious or fatal...
As a railroad worker, you may be tasked with helping to make sure that cargo reaches its destination, or perhaps you help passengers as they travel. In either case, you have to think about your safety as well as your job performance. One of the scariest prospects for...
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