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Message: [QUOTE="BillSU, post: 3344781, member: 6809"] More about Ironworkers: Because federal labor law places employers under a general duty to keep their workers safe from hazards that can cause serious harm or death, employers must not conduct operations in rainy conditions if workers cannot be adequately protected. Men and women in the ironworking craft face many dangers on the job. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the percentage of injuries to ironworkers is among the highest of all career fields. While fabricating metal products, plus erecting, assembling and installing sometimes enormous steel building materials, ironworkers should be well trained to prevent disaster. Ironworkers must be agile to balance and climb, particularly when working with large structures such as bridges and tall buildings. An ironworker's equipment cache includes safety belts and nets, as well as scaffolding. Ironworkers must operate responsibly and look out for fellow laborers to minimize risks. [SIZE=22px][B]Falls[/B][/SIZE] Falling is one of the most significant dangers to ironworkers. Ironworkers are often performing tasks several feet above ground. The process of climbing to tall heights, then performing necessary tasks at high levels, carries serious risks. Because ironworkers are commonly on the job year round, surfaces can be slick due to rain or ice. One misstep and an ironworker can tumble, resulting in serious injury or death. Safety harnesses are utilized to minimize the risk of falls. [SIZE=22px][B]Cuts[/B][/SIZE] Daily contact with sharp metal brings with it the danger of cuts to ironworkers. Metal shears are commonly used to cut iron and mistakes can result in an ironworker slicing a hand or limb. Ironworkers must always be alert and well-equipped when working with metal to avoid serious cuts that can lead to infections, stitches or permanent damage. [SIZE=22px][B]Muscle Strain[/B][/SIZE] Ironworkers face a high risk of muscle strain. Many job sites require movement of heavy pieces of steel with the duty of unloading and stacking part of an iron worker's tasks. This lifting and bending can lead to pulled muscles and back pain. Even when equipment, such as a crane, is utilized to lift large metal, ironworkers must guide placement, requiring reaching and stretching that can cause muscle strain. Welding is also part of an iron worker's job and is often performed in awkward positions, leading to muscle pain. [SIZE=22px][B]Burns[/B][/SIZE] Iron workers weld on a regular basis which can lead to burns. Not only can welding equipment scorch hands and limbs, but sparks can fly into eyes, causing serious damage. When welding, ironworkers must wear protective glasses, clothing and welding gloves to prevent these types of injuries. In addition, vapors and heat from welding activities, especially when working near combustible materials, can lead to fire, resulting in extensive injuries or death. Adhering to safety guidelines is a must for ironworkers when using welding equipment. [/QUOTE]

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