Infographic: Workplace Deaths By The Numbers

Nearly 5,200 American workers died on the job in 2016, and the worst part is, each death was preventable. Taking preventative action can spare workers needless pain and suffering.

Apr 30th, 2018
Mnet 176623 Infographic Workplace Death Numbers

Nearly 5,200 American workers died on the job in 2016, and the worst part is, each death was preventable. Taking preventative action can spare workers needless pain and suffering.

Mnet 176623 Infographic Workplace Death Numbers
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