According to various sources, including the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries, the most dangerous jobs in the United States are those with the highest fatality rates. Here are some of the most dangerous jobs in the U.S. based on fatality rates:
- Logging workers: Fatal injury rate of 91.7 to 135.9 per 100,000 workers
- Fishers and related fishing workers: Fatal injury rate of 86.0 to 132.1 per 100,000 workers
- Aircraft pilots and flight engineers: Fatal injury rate of 53.0 to 55.0 per 100,000 workers
- Roofers: Fatal injury rate of 48.6 per 100,000 workers
- Refuse and recyclable material collectors: Fatal injury rate of 33.1 per 100,000 workers
- Tree trimmers and pruners: Fatal injury rate of 23.2 to 77.4 per 100,000 workers
Its important to note that the fatality rate is not the only factor to consider when evaluating the safety of a job. Other factors, such as the risk of non-fatal injuries, exposure to hazardous materials, and the use of heavy machinery, can also contribute to the overall danger of a job.
