Dangerous jobs you wouldn't want to do

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.

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 2021, in the United States alone, there were 82 deaths per 100,000 workers, according to Forbes.

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. In 2021, 29 in 100,000 truck drivers die doing their jobs.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. In 2023, this profession had a death rate 15 times higher than the death rate for police officers!

Farmers and ranchers

This might seem like a dream job for animal lovers, but this job is actually quite dangerous. In 2021, there were 16 fatal accidents per 100,000 workers in the US.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.