The construction, maintenance and operation of just about every workplace involves the work of plumbers and pipefitters.
Did you know plumbers account for the most emergency room visits of any occupational trade?

Plumbers are treated most often for eye injuries, but the job has many other dangers, including:

• explosive solvent vapors from glues, joint compounds and primers
• biohazards from human waste
• corrosive chemicals
• asbestos used for insulation in old buildings and old plumbing systems
• lead
• scalding hot water and steam
• awkward work postures leading to repetitive strain injuries
• confined spaces with […]

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