Other risks to workers' health
Mechanical woodwork - Health and safety

In 2004, fires accounted for just 0.02% of workplace accidents in all sectors. No fatalities were reported.

On the other hand, the economic and social consequences (loss of products and materials, destruction of buildings, insurance premiums, various forms of pollution, business closures, job losses, etc.) are very serious for businesses and the community.

The wood processing sector ranks 10th among the most dangerous, with...