2. Electricity is an important part
of our modern world and
sometimes it is easy to forget
just how dangerous it can be.
Given the correct
circumstances, electricity can
cause serious injuries or even
death.
3. Electrocution is the cause of 12%
of all workplace deaths among
young workers.
Electrocution is the third leading
cause of work- related deaths
among 16 and 17-year-olds.
4. The most common types of electrical injuries are:
Electrical shock
Electrocution (death due to electrical shock)
Burns
Falls
5. Touching a live wire and an electrical ground will cause a
shock.
Touching two live wires of different voltages will cause
electrical shock.
Wet conditions are hazardous because you can become
an easy path for electrical current.
There are many circumstances that create wet conditions:
Standing in water
Wet clothing
High humidity
Perspiration
11. It is very important to StartSafe and StaySafe
around electricity. In order to do so:
Plan your work and plan for safety
Avoid wet working conditions and other dangers
Avoid overhead power lines
Use proper wiring and connectors
Use and maintain tools properly