Preventing Struck-by Injuries and Deaths When Working with Refuse Trucks

Workers who operate or work around refuse trucks are at risk for possible injury and death from being struck by the truck, truck components, and vehicles traveling in the work area. NIOSH provides steps for employers and employees to reduce the risk of struck by incidents.

Preventing Struck-by Injuries and Deaths When Working with Refuse Trucks

Suggested Citation

NIOSH [2024]. Preventing struck-by injuries and deaths when working with refuse trucks. By Hendricks K, Fowler M, Romano N, Kennedy E, Hughes SE, Afanuh S. Morgantown, WV: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, DHHS (NIOSH) Publication No. 2024-123,  https://doi.org/10.26616/NIOSHPUB2024123.