Insulation Installers - Working Conditions

In a typical work setting, insulation installers:

Have a medium level of job-required social contact.
Communicate mostly by phone and face-to-face discussions.
Are responsible for the health and safety of others during installation.
Are somewhat responsible for the work done by others.
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On occasion must deal with unpleasant or angry individuals who may be upset about an aspect of installation.
Often work as part of a team.

Are regularly exposed to contaminants, such as tiny particles from insulation materials.
Often wear protective suits, masks, and respirators.
Often work indoors, but may on occasion work outdoors. Indoor locations may not have heating or air conditioning, or may have spaces exposed to the elements.
Are often exposed to loud and distracting sounds and noise levels.
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Are on occasion exposed to high places. There is only a low likelihood of slight injury from falls.
Sometimes must get into awkward positions to reach cramped work places
Sometimes are exposed to hazardous situations, equipment, and conditions.
Often travel to and from work sites in a truck or van.
May work in very bright or dim lighting conditions.
May work physically near other installers.

Must be sure that all details of the job are done so that their work meets building codes.
Must be careful and exact in their work to avoid safety hazards.
Repeat the same physical activities.
Regularly make decisions that greatly impact coworkers and their employers.
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Often act without consulting another person first.
Set some, but not all, of their daily tasks and goals without consulting a supervisor first.
Work in a competitive atmosphere where daily and weekly deadlines must be met.