Groundskeepers Face Rising Job Risks | Colorado Springs News

Groundskeepers and landscapers are facing a shocking surge in fatal workplace injuries, climbing from 13 to 21 deaths per 100,000 workers since 2014 — now ranking among the top ten most dangerous jobs in America. Fatalities stem from tree trimming, machinery accidents, transportation mishaps, falls, and increasingly, heat exposure. While other roles like security guards and carpenters also see rising risks, they haven’t cracked the top ten. Meanwhile, pilots, electricians, and farmers are trending safer — a hopeful contrast in an otherwise alarming trend. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b46c8ccb901c36cd