Everyday Risks in India
Posted By: djcotten
19 April 2010
This is the third posting in the India Risk Management series.
If one looks carefully, one can often spot hazards in the United States. In many foreign countries, particularly third world countries, hazards are both more prevalent and more serious. On our recent trip to Southern India, we spotted many hazards, most of which you would not often see in the States.
These hazards are pictured below. Click on each image to enlarge or to begin a slide show. Each is described in its caption.
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- This is one of the largest temple complexes in Southern India. It consists of many multi-story structures similar to the one shown – some bigger and some smaller.
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- This photo shows the dropoff from the other direction. The dropoff was without warning and was in a semi-dark are frequented by worshipers and tourists alike.
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- This is from within the temple and shows a sudden dropoff. The dropoff was without warning and was in a semi-dark are frequented by worshipers and tourists alike.
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- Note the holes in the concrete covering the drain/sewer. This is an area also used for walking.
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- Here is a common example of uneven sidewalks.
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- More uneven pavement. It is common for people to walk in this area.
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- In addition to the pavement, notice the low barrier, easily unseen when crowded.
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- With pavement like this, it is easy to see why so many walk in the street.
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- Note the doorway leading into a small store. No comment needed!
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- An electrician’s worst nightmare. Wiring such as this is not uncommon.
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- An attempt at risk management. This sign, on a popular beach, is in four languages. This, however, is just the tip of the iceberg because in India there are more than 70 dialects.
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