Airport Workers Workers Comp Guide
Airport ground work combines heavy repetitive lifting with a uniquely loud, equipment-dense environment.
Common Injuries in This Occupation
Baggage Handling Injuries
Repetitive heavy lifting of luggage and cargo is a primary source of back injuries among airport ground crew — the volume and pace of baggage handling during peak travel periods can compound this risk significantly.
Noise Exposure
Constant proximity to aircraft engines and ground equipment creates one of the more severe occupational noise exposure environments of any occupation, making hearing loss claims a recognized risk in this field.
Equipment and Ramp Hazards
Ground service equipment, tight ramp spaces, and the general pace of airport operations create fracture and traumatic injury risk from equipment incidents or falls, on top of the lifting and noise-related risks.
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