Germiest Jobs

germs, hand washing

Which jobs are exposed to the most germs? This list may surprise you.

((Check out the Fox News Slide Show for more detailed information))

1) Teacher – Exposure to children’ germs in the classroom.

2) Tech Support – These people have to touch a number of keyboards for computer support.

3) Laundry Work – Handling dirty clothes, blankets, towels – risk of bacteria forming on wet, dirty clothes.

4) Butcher – Work with raw meat on a regular basis and are exposed to e.Coli and Salmonella

5) Veterinarian – Handling pets from various homes and being exposed to ring worm, feces, etc.

6) Crime Scene Cleaners – All blood is considered toxic and contain all types of microbes.

7) Doctors/Nurses – Exposed to a number of  coughs, colds and infections from patient visits

8) Plumber – Many germs collect in wet/moist pipes.

9) Cashier/Bank Teller – Handling money from people, these people are exposed to a number of contaminants that collect on coins and dollar bills.

Source: Fox News.com

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