Armed Security Guard Industry – Chemical Exposure
While helping keep others safe in office buildings or other facilities, armed security guards may be exposed to a variety of harmful substances. This can include chemicals from targeted or violent attacks, but they are more likely to be exposed to substances like:
- Carbon monoxide
- Corrosive chemicals like sulfuric acid
- Chlorine
- Propone
Security guards may also be exposed to irritants like mold and dust. The exposure risks will depend on the industry they work in. For example, someone who works in an office building might be more at risk of irritation caused by common cleaning chemicals, while a security guard in a hospital or laboratory may be exposed to substances like formaldehyde.
When an armed security guard suffers from chemical exposure, it can lead to a wide variety of health effects, ranging from mild eye or throat irritation to serious issues like breathing complications, lung diseases, and an increased risk of cancer and certain birth defects.
At PEO Insurance Brokers Network, we help agents find homes for their armed security guard 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 armed security guard industry clients, please reach out to receive a quote.
