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Hazard Pay

(Rated TV-14, Reality TV, Starring Curt Doussett, Where to watch: Discovery Channel)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 12; suggested age 12.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Risky work makes for adventurous family viewing.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 12 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Shows people who take their jobs seriously. Safety is emphasized. The host treats workers with respect -- and sometimes awe.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    All jobs seen on the show are dangerous; risks -- from injury to death -- are clearly outlined. People often get hurt, though usually only mildly, during the show (bee stings, slips, burns).

  • Sex:

    Not an issue.

  • Language:

    Occasional "hell" and regular bleeped curses when the host is hurt or surprised.

  • Consumerism:

    Some company logos and names appear, though they're not usually recognizable.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Hazard Pay

Parents need to know that this documentary-style series shows people doing hazardous jobs. The host and others climb tall towers, exterminate dangerous pests, handle deadly equipment, and more (happily, it all takes place while taking safety precautions). Some of the jobs -- like working in a pit crew -- are exciting, and parents may need to remind younger viewers not to try anything they see on the show at home. The host curses fairly regularly when he's scared or surprised, but the words are bleeped and usually undistinguishable.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about what this series is trying to accomplish. Is it just to thrill viewers, or is there a message here about the people and jobs being profiled? How is this show similar to and different from Dirty Jobs? Which one has more of an impact on you, and why? Families can also discuss the potential hazards in their own jobs. What could go wrong in the course of a parent's work day? If teens have jobs, what do they need to be careful of? What kind of training do parents and/or teens get in order to stay safe on the job? Does a high salary make taking riskier jobs worth it?
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