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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.

NFPA 70E: A look at the 2018 edition

The updated standard highlights hazard elimination and human performance, and adds an arc flash PPE table

February 25, 2018

Kevin Druley

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The National Fire Protection Agency’s standard for electrical workplace safety, NFPA 70E, is revised every three years. Safety+Health presents an overview of some key elements of the 2018 edition.

FACEValue: Worker electrocuted by power lines

February 25, 2018

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A 47-year-old maintenance mechanic died after the equipment he was in came in contact with a power line.

Safety tools for electricians

December 19, 2017

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This value pack includes the all-nylon Voltclaw-12, the industry’s first nonconductive wire control tool, and the nonconductive to 1,000V Voltclaw Multi-Gauge.

Extension cord safety

December 19, 2017

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If extension cords are used at your workplace or jobsite, workers should be aware of a number of safety “do’s” and “don’ts” before plugging in a cord, according to the Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers’ Compensation.

Don’t underestimate electricity’s dangers

March 26, 2017

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Exposure to electricity resulted in 141 workplace fatalities and 2,090 cases with days away from work in 2013, according to the 2016 edition of “Injury Facts,” a chartbook from the National Safety Council. How can workers stay safe?

Incident energy analysis

Can I use the personal protective equipment tables in NFPA 70E, or should I have an incident energy analysis performed?

January 29, 2017

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Can I use the personal protective equipment tables in NFPA 70E, or should I have an incident energy analysis performed?

Workplace holiday safety

December 6, 2016

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With the holiday season underway, people are feeling festive – including at work. But whether you’re decorating your cubicle or taking part in the office potluck, safety should always remain a top priority.