While growing,I have seen people take on different professions as occupation,and I've always been fascinated by those different professions that people undertake to make a living.From the farmers who toil day and night in the fields to grow the food that we eat,then to the doctors who work tirelessly to save lives,then to security agencies, and sincerely each job has its own unique set of challenges and dangers.But to me some jobs stand out as being particularly hazardous,risky and dangerous and it's these jobs that I want to explore in this write-up.
I have had an experience with some of the most dangerous jobs in the world.My uncle for example,was a commercial driver who spent years going and coming through treacherous roads of Kaduna,Abuja,Maiduguri and other parts of the country(Nigeria).He would often tell us stories of nearmisses and some dangerous encounters with armed robbers,kidnappers,accidents,vehicle's suddenly developing fault on the highway,and a whole lot of experiences.Buy despite the dangers,he loved his job and took great pride in being able to provide for his family,I do love that about him.
Now,driving or transportation is just one of many jobs that can be tied with danger.In Nigeria,we also have a large number of people who work in the oil and gas industry,they tend to work more often in extremely hazardous conditions.I recall a story about a friend's brother who worked on an oil rig in the Niger Delta,hee would often tell us about the long hours,the harsh weather conditions,the engines and machineries and the ever present risk of accidents and explosions especially in a time as this in Nigeria,tgr hamattan period, where anything can just explode due to dryness of things.
And of course,these are just a few examples of the many dangerous jobs that exist around the world,some of the most hazardous and dangerous occupations/professions ththat I know also include,include mining,construction and many more, I actually don't know anyone in the mining sector, but in the construction area,I do,even I do some part of construction works,there are times you have to work in high height, had to carry heavy loads which can have its toll on your ealth.These jobs often involve working with heavy machineries and being exposed to extreme weather conditions.
But even in these hazardous occupations,I just thought of some jobs that also seem to kind of standout ad brig dangerous,take for example the job of a bomb disposable expert.These individuals put their lives on the line every day to defuse explosive devices and keep communities safe,or the work f security agencies,their life is always on a risk each day, either on the highway,even being in their house,they are always vigilant as they are trained to expect anything at anytime and be always preparedor even ther the job of a firefighter,going into burning buildings,hazardous environments to rescue people and put out fires.
I am in awe by the bravery and selflessness of the people who undertake them,even though the dangers and challenges,they still continue to show up to work every day,driven by a sense of duty and a commitment to always making a difference.
Lastly,while some jobs may actually be more dangerous than others,every profession definitely has its own unique set of challenges and its rewards too.Whether a doctor,life are being commited to your hand, or as a teacher,life also is being commited to your hand to teach and nurture,every work is valuable and important, one definitely needs the other too and sincerely,for me,all is being recognized and respected.
There are various entries organized by @leogrowth.This post is an entry to day 21 of #decemberinleo in #inleo,I am inviting you to also check it out,so as to partake in various interesting writing prompts.