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Overlooked FR issues

Arc-rated/flame-resistant garments must be worn correctly to achieve maximum protection. What are some considerations that are often overlooked?

June 23, 2019

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Arc-rated/flame-resistant garments must be worn correctly to achieve maximum protection. What are some considerations that are often overlooked?

Electrical safety

What recent innovations have the potential to protect workers from electrical injuries?

June 23, 2019

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What recent innovations have the potential to protect workers from electrical injuries?

Electrical safety group unveils videos, infographics for workers in non-electrical jobs

May 29, 2019

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Arlington, VA — The Electrical Safety Foundation International has introduced several resources aimed at workers in “occupations that traditionally receive little to no electrical training.”

Electrical hazards: Be aware

February 24, 2019

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On-the-job electrical hazards are more common than people may realize.

Human error and NFPA 70E

How does human error affect safety in the electrical utilities industry?

January 27, 2019

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How does human error affect safety in the electrical utilities industry?

Be careful around power lines

January 27, 2019

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Heads up, workers: Power lines can be serious and potentially fatal hazards when proper safety precautions are not followed.

Contractor deaths from electrical incidents prevalent in construction industry: NFPA

December 10, 2018

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Quincy, MA — The construction industry experienced a “substantial share” of contractor deaths involving electrical incidents during a recent five-year period, according to a report from the National Fire Protection Association.

Inspecting aerial devices after electrical contact

What should qualified inspectors look for when examining an aerial device that has made electrical contact?

September 23, 2018

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What should qualified inspectors look for when examining an aerial device that has made electrical contact?

Eaton Corp. issues recall on heavy-duty safety switches

September 5, 2018

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Cleveland, TN — Eaton Corp., a manufacturer of power management solutions, has issued a safety recall of 26 models of safety switches that may transport power when the handle is in the “off” position.

Communication tower work hazards

April 22, 2018

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Falling from height, electrical hazards, inclement weather, equipment failure and structural collapse of towers are some of the hazards that communication tower workers face, according to OSHA. The agency recorded 13 communication tower-related fatalities in 2013, 12 in 2014, three in 2015 and six in 2016.