October 3, 2008, Newsletter Issue #161: Electrical Hazards

Tip of the Week

The following are the four main hazards involved with the installation of electrical equipment:

*Electric Shock- An electric shock or burn occurs when an electric current comes into contact with the skin and conducts through the body. If high-voltage electricity runs through the head or chest, death can occur instantly.
*Arc Flash Burn- An arc flash occurs when a conductive object gets too close to a high voltage, electrified object. This flash can cause intense heat in the surrounding air, possibly causing clothes to catch fire.
*Arc Blast Impact- When a metal object triggers an arc flash, a subsequent blast can cause hearing loss and concussion. Also, this blast can cause lacerations from flying metal pieces.
*Falling- Shocks and arc blasts can easily knock a worker off a high platform, such as a ladder or pole.

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