Safe-Teen: Avoiding Hazards on the Job

Safe-Teen: Avoiding Hazards on the Job

Familydoctor.org reports that 70,000 teens get injured on the job and even had to undergo emergency treatment. Worse, 70 teens die because of job-related injuries, such as unsafe equipment, stressful conditions, and lack of safety training or supervision.

Considering these, every teen should realize that they face real, life-threatening risks while in the workplace. For instance, for those working in the food service industry, Familydoctor.org cites hazards such as slippery floors, sharp objects, and hot surfaces, like grills, stoves, and pans. For those doing office work, poor computer workstation design can cause repetitive movement injuries. Teens who work in retail stores may also experience injuries from heavy lifting. On the other hand, they could be exposed to unsafe conditions like robberies and other violent crimes.

It is important that teens know the possible hazards they may encounter while working so they can avoid getting hurt.