Manufacturing Industry – Explosion and Fire Risks in the Food and Beverage Industry
While the food and beverage manufacturing industry might not seem like a particularly “explosive” business, workers in this industry are actually at a higher risk of explosions and fires than many other industries. This is because workers in the food and beverage industry frequently deal with combustible or fire-causing materials, including:
- Dust-generating substances, like sugar and flour
- Cooking equipment, like fryers and ovens
- Oil
- Cooling and refrigeration equipment
If improperly used or stored, materials like these can lead to explosions or fires. For example, a fire could occur if flour is stored beside hot equipment, or if a faulty wire in a walk-in freezer is not adequately fixed.
When a food and beverage manufacturing industry worker is involved in an explosion or fire, it can lead to injuries like:
- Burns
- Lung damage from smoke inhalations
- Slip-and-fall injuries while evacuating
- Eye injuries from smoke
Due to fire and explosion risks, it can be difficult to find the right Workers’ Compensation coverage for your clients in the food and beverage manufacturing industry. At PEO Insurance Brokers Network, we help agents find homes for their manufacturing industry clients or other clients in high-risk industries. We provide Workers’ Compensation coverage to businesses in need, no matter the risk, and help agents find the best PEO coverage and savings for their insured. To learn how we can help you find coverage for your manufacturing industry clients, please reach out to receive a quote.
