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Reasons to <br />Containerize <br />5TH highest civilian fatal injury rate <br />Solid waste collection continues to be the 5th most dangerous job in America, with a <br />higher workplace fatality rate than police officers or fire fighters. <br />Source: Solid Waste Magazine 12/27/2018 " <br />ips, Trips, & Falls <br />orkers can sufferfrom injuries due to <br />even and weathered surfaces while <br />rrying heavy and uneven trash bags. <br />Hit By Vehicles <br />Workers in streets have no protection <br />from passing vehicles. 1% <br />intectious uiseases, cuts, & Lacerations <br />Workers are exposed to diseases through used <br />hypodermic needles, sticks and contagions such as <br />Covid-19 <br />10 <br />Repetitive Motion, Back, & Joint Injuries <br />Workers suffer multiple joint & muscle injuries, some <br />requiring surgery and extensive physical therapy. <br />Rodent and Animal Control <br />Keeps residents and workers safe from rodents <br />Litter Control <br />Keeps trash out of water supply. <br />