Commercial drivers: at highest risk
Of all occupations in the private sector, commercial drivers are most vulnerable to death or injury. Workers in the trucking industry experience more fatalities than any other occupation, accounting for an astonishing 12% of all worker deaths.
Seven out of 100 trucking industry employees experience work-related injuries and illness. These conditions can be aggravated by road vibrations, erratic sleep habits and unhealthy diets.
Fortunately, Atlas offers proven ways to improve driver safety and reduce injury-related costs.