Health and safety hazards for plumbers include:

• Exposure to lead, adhesives, solvents, solder, sulphur dioxide, and other toxic substances.
• Histoplasmosis and psittacosis infections from bird droppings.
• Hantavirus from rodent droppings.
• Hazards from working in proximity to flammable or combustible materials.
• Working in awkward positions or performing awkward manual tasks.
• Lifting heavy or awkward objects.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures.
• Working in confined spaces.
• Working at heights.
• Risk of eye injury from flying particles.
• Slips, trips and falls.
• Risk of injury from working with various tools.
• Stress and increased risk of injury from shift work or extended work days.