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LOOK OUT At Work

ESA is encouraging workers to watch for the most common mistakes we make when working around powerlines.

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DUMP TRUCK

What is the Risk –

Dump trucks are at risk when unloading given the height of the bucket if in close proximity to powerlines – metal can become a direct conductor of electricity and can carry current across the vehicle.

How to Avoid Risk –

Look Up! Be aware of overhead powerlines in close proximity to where you are working. Ensure you stay at least 3 meters away from overhead powerlines when unloading dump trucks.

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FARM & CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY

What is the Risk –

Many powerlines in areas where farm and construction machinery are used have no protective insulation – making metal objects a direct conductor of electricity – and at times result in arcs of electricity when metal objects come too close to the powerline.

How to Avoid Risk –

Look Up! Be aware of overhead powerlines in close proximity to where you are working. Ensure you stay at least 3 meters away from overhead powerlines when working with farm and construction machinery.

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LADDERS

What is the Risk –

Aluminum ladders, or ladders with aluminum parts, will act as conductors of electricity if they contact overhead powerlines. One out of every three occupational electrocutions are associated with ladders contacting overhead powerlines.

How to Avoid Risk –

Look Up! Always be aware of overhead powerlines when using ladders. Ladders should always be carried horizontally when moving them from point A to point B.
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