On-the-job safety hazards put a plumber’s health at risk every time they step onto a job site, with some of the most frequently reported injuries coming from routinely used tools and equipment.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that cuts from tools, falls from ladders, and burns from hot pipes and soldering equipment are common for plumbers. Add to that being exposed to the biohazards in raw sewage and the physical strain from repeatedly using the same tools and it is clear why there is significant potential for injury or illness if health and safety is not prioritized on the
