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Electrical Construction Accidents: Safety Information

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    • Electricity has become essential to modern life. Perhaps because it is such a familiar part of our surroundings, it often is not treated with the respect it deserves. If you have been injured in an electrical construction accident, recieve a FREE case evaluation by filling out this simple form today.

    Safety and health programs must address electrical incidents and the variety of ways electricity becomes a hazard. In general, OSHA requires that employees not work near any part of an electrical power circuit unless protected. The following hazards are the most frequent cause of electrical injuries:

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    Ground-Fault Protection Electrical Construction Accidents - Lack of Ground-Fault Protection
    Electrical Construction Accidents - U.S. Construction Industry Fatalities

    Power Lines Electrical Construction Accidents - Contact with Power Lines
    Electrical Construction Accidents - U.S. Construction Industry Fatalities

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