Unfortunately, mining accidents have been in the news, but accidents on the job are common for every work type, and every workplace. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reported that 5,071 workers died on the job in 2008. There are myriad kinds of occupational incidents, including slips and falls, burns, and injuries from heavy lifting. One particular area of danger involves electrical safety.
We utilize electricity almost continually throughout the day. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shares that "electricity is present at most jobsites, and many American workers, regardless of industry or occupation, are exposed to electrical energy daily during the performance of their tasks. These hazardous exposures may exist through contact with an object as seemingly innocuous as a broken light bulb to an energized overhead power line."
Every year, people are injured from on-the-job electrical accidents. Many workers are ignorant of the possible electrical hazards lurking in their environment, making them even more vulnerable to dangerous circumstances. Common situations include; interference with an electrical current, improper handling of equipment, misuse of extension cords, overloaded circuits, and damaged insulation on electical wiring.
