How likely is dying on the job?

3/17/2010 10:46:09 AM

Having a job in today’s work enviroment is a feat all its own; with unemployment reaching all time highs many Americans may find themselves taking jobs that are dangerous and/or risky in order to survive. One thing these individuals may not consider is the importance of having life insurance when working in such an occupation. A job is measured as “dangerous” in accordance with how many fatalities have happened while an individual was performing work related duties. These are the ten “most dangerous” job for the year of 2007, the most recent compiled list by the Bureau of Labor Statistics:

The 10 most dangerous jobs

Occupation	Fatalities per 100,000
Timber cutters	117.8
Fishers	71.1
Pilots and navigators	69.8
Structural metal workers	58.2
Drivers-sales workers	37.9
Roofers	37
Electrical power installers	32.5
Farm occupations	28
Construction laborers	27.7
Truck drivers	25

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics; survey of occupations with minimum 30 fatalities and 45,000 workers in 2002

It is extremely important that anyone in these or similar occupations especially should make sure they are protected with a life insurance policy. Purchasing a life insurance policy not only protects you, but it also protects the family that you would leave behind should the unfortunate occur. Those in Pennsylvania should contact the Kramer Insurance Center to create a comprehensive life insurance policy that considers those you may leave behind and the risks of your occupation and hobbies. Visit our virtual insurance agency at www.kramerinsurancecenter.com or call us toll free at 800.247.6394

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