Chapter 8, "The Most Dangerous Job"

o How does the injury rate in meat packing compare with the injury rate in other occupations?
The meatpacking injury rate is three times higher than a typical American’s job. About forty thousand men and woman need medical attention for an injury beyond first aid. This number, however, is most likely wrong. Thousands of injuries and illnesses probably go unrecorded.
o What kinds of injuries do workers in meatpacking plants typically suffer?
Workers typically suffer from human operated knives, despite all of the conveyor belts, forklifts, dehiding machines, and other power tools.
o Why don't more workers complain about safety conditions in the plants?
Most of the workers can be fired for any reason, so they are afraid to report anything. The companies will give bonuses to people if they do not report injury.