Firefighters

Can you imagine coming up against a wall of fire only using protective gear, a water hose and an axe? Well, that’s what Firefighters do. Not only are they exposed to fire and heat with extreme temperatures, they also have to deal with toxic gas and smoke exposure, falling debris from burned out structures, physical injuries and explosions. There’s a reason why over 100 men and women die in the line of duty every year by fighting fires to save others.

Underwater Welders

Underwater Welders require an immense amount of skill to perform their jobs since there are so many factors to contend with. These guys have to first be comfortable in the water while managing to work while being aware of their time underwater. They also lack vision due to their masks but still use high-powered tools in order to repair damage to pipelines, oilrigs, nuclear power facilities, ships and dams, all the while being subject to whatever dangers live below the water’s surface too. It’s no wonder this job made it on this crazy list.