The Riskiest Jobs In the World

Workers around the globe put their lives at risk to produce the goods we use every day. In Indonesia, laborers mine sulfur from an active volcano, exposing themselves to toxic gases. The daily wages, the personal protective clothes, other basic supplies, and drinking water have been an issue in these places for decades now. As such small and deep cut injuries have occurred and when it does it's never reported. The government and NGO with other civil organizations in each respective country know about it yet turn a blind eye to processes and events from time to time. The government is pretending not to see, and the mine owners are also pretending the mine is not theirs, and if even it is theirs, the mines aren't working for them. The poor miners work hard as the rich countries and individuals reap the blessings and benefits of their sweat.

In Egypt, limestone miners toil under the scorching sun, using sharp blades for a meager daily wage of $6. The health hazards and exploitation associated with mining limestone are severe, as inhaling limestone dust can lead to silicosis and other long-term health problems. Injuries, illnesses, and even fatalities are common in these mines, with no official statistics available. In Pakistan, the salt mining and export industry is a significant part of the economy. Miners spend up to eight hours underground, extracting over 1,000 tons of salt daily. Historically, Pakistan exported salt to India, where it was processed and sold at a premium. Today, Muhammad primarily exports Himalayan salt to Western countries, with his staff wearing masks on grinders to prevent contamination. Despite the alleged health benefits of Himalayan salt, its minimal mineral content makes these claims unlikely. In the desert, the Agariyas engage in the labor-intensive process of salt production, manually constructing expansive salt flats and creating 10-20 pans by hand, involving back-breaking work. In Tikar, salt is processed and packaged by Rafiq, who employs 200 workers. Furthermore, as the mine owners of mines have health cover, the poor workers have nothing during their old ages and poor health.

Approximately 20% of the salt is lost during processing. The refined salt is then sold as edible powder salt and crystal salt, used in soap, detergent, and baking soda. The government supports salt farmers by providing equipment and aims for increased participation. Equipment such as solar panels and boots are given to protect against infections. Salt farmers and advocates are pushing for minimum price regulations and government assistance with water facilities. In India, children work in hazardous coal mines for minimal wages. For instance, 12-year-old Rinky carries heavy coal loads daily, earning 800-900 rupees per week. The coal mines in Jharia not only jeopardize workers' health but also pose environmental risks and displace families. Mining sulfur near toxic volcano lakes carries significant health hazards. Miners are exposed to two types of sulfur smoke, one from deep within the volcano and the other from the acidic lake below. Safety precautions include using wet handkerchiefs and towels, as well as evacuating when large white smoke clouds appear. Despite the dangers, sulfur mining at Ijen is profitable. Miners climb steep crater walls carrying up to 200 pounds in flip-flops.

The sulfur is processed into various products, making it a valuable industry. Diving for tin ore requires careful technique and is risky. Joko uses basic equipment like goggles and a snorkeling cap, without life vests, relying on oxygen from a compressor to identify tin by weight and filtration process. Illegal tin mining in Indonesia poses significant safety and environmental risks, with unlicensed miners facing dangers and legal consequences. Offshore mining is causing harm to marine life and disrupting local fishing.