Electrocution Incidents






Electrocution is a significant hazard in the construction industry, ranking as the fourth leading cause of death among workers in the United States. After reviewing the four fatal electrocution incidents described in this safety topic, consider what went wrong and how these deaths could have been prevented. Apply the lessons learned to your own work environment and ensure that proper precautions and protective measures are in place to prevent electrocutions.


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Weeklysafety.com exclusive safety meeting topic that reviews four tragic construction incidents that resulted in fatal electrocutions along with the safety tips and lessons learned.