What are the hazards of counting money?

Answer by  JoJackson (177)

When counting money you may lose some as coins can roll away and get lost quite easily. It is also easy to miscount a large amount of coins.

Answer by  AEF (519)

Money, particularly paper money, is a magnet for germs. If you handle a lot of paper money in retail or something similar, you should consider gloves.

Answer by  megshannon (35)

One hazard of counting money is that transmission of germs, including bacteria, fungus, and viruses. These can be transmitted through touching the money and then mucus membranes.

Answer by  bubbyboy (9929)

There is a lot of dust associated with counting a lot of bills. Without venilation, over time some people are sensitive to the dust particles that are being inhaled. It is also claimed that a good many bills have the residue of drugs that can be sniffed so a person may be allergic to thiem.

Answer by  trudie1962 (1022)

The main hazard is germs. Wear latex gloves or wash your hands frequently. Watch for foreign objects in large containers of coins i. e. pins, screws, nails. When counting bills, do not lick your fingers to moisten them. Gloves will eliminate the risk of paper cuts from bills and coin wrappers.

Answer by  TheBanker (10)

Counting money may be hazardous if you don't wash your hands afterwards. Money of all kinds is very dirty, having come in contact with any number of people whose hygiene might be in question. If you are counting new bills, it is also possible to suffer a paper cut.