Hazards to Outdoor Workers
Prevention of injury to outdoor workers
Depending on their region, type of work, and duration of time spent in the elements, outdoor workerssuch as those in agriculture, forestry, fishing, landscaping/gardening, construction, mining, and utilities, among othersare exposed to many types of hazards, such as:
- Physical hazards: Including extreme heat, extreme cold, noise, lightning, ultraviolet (UV) radiation, noise exposure, lightning, and related conditions.
- Biological hazards: Including vector-borne diseases spread by insects, venomous wildlife and insects, and poisonous plants, allergic reactions to bites, such as those from spiders, bees, and wasps.
- Poisonous plants: Including poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac, which can come into contact with the skin or when the plants toxins are inhaled by workers.
What can I do to reduce employee risk to Hazards in the Outdoors?
To ensure workers safety, employers should train outdoor workers about common on-the-job dangers, including hazard identification and recommendations for preventing and controlling workers exposure. Concentra’s experienced team can help assess your work site and develop customized training and prevention programs for your employees. Our team can also ensure compliance with ADA, DOT, OSHA, FMLA, HIPAA, and many other regulatory agencies. And should your employees require medical assistance, Concentra provides a comprehensive suite of primary care, injury care, physical therapy, and specialist care services.
