Workplace injuries can occur anywhere and for any reason. However, some industries pose a higher risk than others. The most common high-risk occupations for workers' comp injuries include: Construction Oil Field Agriculture Manufacturing Healthcare See Nursing Injuries and Illnesses Hospitality Warehousing Transportation Though these are the most common industries to see workplace injuries, they can happen anywhere to anyone at any time. These injuries could result from malfunctioning machinery, products or equipment or even be as a result of a mistake from a co-worker, customer, or employer.