Youth Workers The risks and stats

Young workers are at the greatest risk of getting injured during their first six months on the job. Young men are more likely to be injured on the job than any other group of workers.

Some of the consequences of a workplace injury. Short- and long-term disability Disfigurement Dismemberment Death

Three main causes for the high rate of young worker injuries: Lack of supervision or training Minimal knowledge of rights and responsibilities Lack of experience in recognizing hazardous situations

You have three fundamental rights as an employee: The right to know; The right to participate; and The right to refuse unsafe work

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