CAUTION
Hazardous
Industry

 

Since 1975, workers in this industry have consistently suffered injuries and illnesses at a rate more than twice the national average.

This eTool* focuses on identifying and controlling major hazards that contributed to the high rates of injuries. Other serious hazards are also discussed.

Select a task from the illustration below to learn which hazards exist and possible solutions for controlling them.
Hazards that exist in a Poultry Plant
NOTE: Some manual tasks described may not be applicable to all facilities due to automation.