There are a number of hazards your hands encounter every day on the job. Here are a few examples:
- Blades which can cut and amputate fingers or hands.
- Rough surfaces which can scrape the skin.
- Machinery which can pinch or crush fingers.
- Chemicals which can irritate or burn the skin.
- Chemicals which can be absorbed into the body and cause poisoning.
- Heat and cold.
- Electric current which can give you a fatal shock.
- Bio-hazardous materials which can cause disease.
- Repetitive strain and impact which can cause injuries over a long period of time.
This content is for Markel policy holders.
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