These Supply Chain Jobs Have the Highest Workplace Injury Rates

Some jobs in the supply chain come with serious risks. Whether it’s handling heavy freight, operating industrial equipment, or managing fast-moving warehouse operations, certain roles see far more workplace injuries than others.

New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) highlights the industries with the highest injury rates in 2023, and transportation and warehousing top the list. With 4.5 injuries per 100 full-time workers, this sector ranks as the most dangerous in the U.S., underscoring the daily risks supply chain workers face.

Where Supply Chain Workers Face the Most Injuries

The BLS report ranks industries by the number of reported injuries per 100 workers. Several key sectors within the supply chain rank among the most hazardous:

1. Transportation and Warehousing (4.5 injuries per 100 workers): Truck drivers, warehouse employees, and freight handlers face long h…