How hard is it to become a taxi driver?

Unfortunately, random stabbings, shootings and beatings are all too common occurrences in today's taxicab industry. Between 1992 and 2006 700 taxicab drivers were the victims of homicide while driving for work, according to the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health. NIOSH reports that taxi drivers face a greater risk of injury or homicide on the job than those working in law enforcement and security.