Winter Storm Electrical Safety
With the severe weather characteristic of winter comes the threat of electrical hazards caused by downed power lines, power outages, and coastal flooding. ESFI is cautioning the public that electrical dangers associated with downed power lines, portable generators, and submerged electrical equipment can still cause injuries and deaths once a snow or ice storm has […]
Overhead Power Line Safety Poster (Spanish)
Contact with overhead power lines is the leading cause of electrical fatalities for agricultural workers. Of the 1,001 reported power line contact incidents from 2003-2009, nearly 70% resulted in death. Luckily, these fatalities can be prevented by following these simple steps while on the job.
Overhead Power Line Safety Poster
Contact with overhead power lines is the leading cause of electrical fatalities for agricultural workers. Of the 1,001 reported power line contact incidents from 2003-2009, nearly 70% resulted in death. Luckily, these fatalities can be prevented by following these simple steps while on the job.
Downed Power Lines
In the aftermath of a major storm, be aware of hazards presented by downed power lines. Downed power lines can carry an electric current strong enough to cause serious injury or even death. If you come across a low or fallen line, adhere to the following safety tips: If you see a downed power line, move away […]
Electrical Safety: Think Outside the Home
National Electrical Safety Month 2015 Electrical hazards are not only present indoors, but can also occur outside. Follow this guide to outdoor safety to help prevent common outdoor hazards. Power Lines: Always keep yourself and your equipment at least 10 feet away from a power line. Electricity can jump to nearby objects. Before planting trees […]
Paper: Occupations Most At-Risk in Fatal Overhead Power Line Incidents
This paper, titled “Occupations Most At-Risk in Fatal Overhead Power Line Incidents: Using OSHA Data to Get a Better Understanding” examined all electrical cases investigated by OSHA from 2000-2011 to determine the industries and occupations that often sustain injuries from overhead power line incidents as well as the scenarios associated with these events. ESFI President […]
ESFI Appendix D – Paper: Occupations Most At-Risk in Fatal Overhead Power Line Incidents
ESFI has compiled data from all overhead power line injuries and fatalities investigated by OSHA from 2000-2011 to determine the industries and occupations that often sustain injuries from overhead power line incidents as well as the scenarios associated with these events. Appendix D provides narratives from the OSHA IMIS database1 for fatal overhead […]
Appendix C – Paper: Occupations Most At-Risk in Fatal Overhead Power Line Incidents
ESFI has compiled data from all overhead power line injuries and fatalities investigated by OSHA from 2000-2011 to determine the industries and occupations that often sustain injuries from overhead power line incidents as well as the scenarios associated with these events. This table shows the occupation for all electrical cases investigated by OSHA, 1990-2012. Occupations […]
Appendix B – Paper: Occupations Most At-Risk in Fatal Overhead Power Line Incidents
ESFI has compiled data from all overhead power line injuries and fatalities investigated by OSHA from 2000-2011 to determine the industries and occupations that often sustain injuries from overhead power line incidents as well as the scenarios associated with these events. This chart shows the industry for all electrical cases investigated by OSHA, 1990-2012. Occupations […]
Appendix A – Paper: Occupations Most At-Risk in Fatal Overhead Power Line Incidents
ESFI has compiled data from all overhead power line injuries and fatalities investigated by OSHA from 2000-2011 to determine the industries and occupations that often sustain injuries from overhead power line incidents (OHPL) as well as the scenarios associated with these events. Table A-1. Occupations of workers fatally injured by OHPLs for selected employing industries […]
