11. Rail Worker
Building and maintaining railways in the 1800s was fraught with danger. Rail workers faced perils such as explosive accidents during the blasting of tunnels and rock formations. The use of dynamite and other explosives, often with rudimentary safety measures, led to numerous injuries and fatalities. Additionally, the risk of being struck by trains was ever-present, as workers often labored on active tracks. The demanding nature of the work and the rapid expansion of the rail network contributed to the hazardous conditions. For more on the history of railway construction, explore this RailStaff article.
