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Working in a sawmill is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States.
The equipment poses numerous hazards. Massive weights and falling, rolling,
and/or sliding logs can be very dangerous. The woodworking operations of a sawmill can also
be hazardous, particularly when machines are used improperly or without proper safeguards.
Woodworking employees often suffer from the following injuries: lacerations,
amputations,
severed fingers, and blindness. Wood dust, and chemicals used for finishing products, may cause
skin and respiratory diseases.
Sawmill hazards are even more dangerous when environmental
conditions are factored in, such as uneven, unstable, or rough terrain; inclement weather; or
isolated work sites where health care facilities are not immediately accessible.
The following questions link to information related to working in sawmills.
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