Unprotected exposure to electricity is one of the leading causes of accidents and fatalities in American workplaces. Approximately one-third of the fatalities happen directly in electrical occupations ...
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) released comprehensive new guidance outlining key principles and ways to reduce risks when using mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) in the ...
A safety expert sits down with OH&S magazine to discuss why implementing proper risk assessment goes hand-in-glove with having the right PPE. Arc flash and shock hazards continue to take their toll.
ATLANTA — Two contractors were critically hurt after being electrocuted while working on construction at a Midtown Atlanta high-rise building Saturday afternoon, according to fire officials. The ...
One in eight electrical apprentices are being exposed to potentially deadly shocks at work, as the industry struggles with ...
PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) – May is marking National Electric Safety Month and to help reduce electrical incidents across the State’s region, Black Hills Energy is giving you some reminders on how you can ...
JUPITER — Dina Fleck said she immediately started crying when she heard what happened to Nate Davenport at the Harbourside Place fountain in Jupiter on Oct. 22. It could have been her who died, or one ...
The ETU has called out major gaps in apprentice support, warning that safety and training standards must lift to meet Australia’s electrification goals.
NORFOLK, Va. — Norfolk firefighters responded to reports of two possible lightning strikes that may have been responsible for fire and electric hazards. The first incident took place on the 1000 block ...