Take your T.I.M.E

SAFETY NOTICE

Take Your T.I.M.E. to Avoid Electrical Hazards

Electrocutions are the fourth leading cause of death among construction workers in the United States.1 Practicing workplace safety to avoid electrical contact can make an impact. Take your T.I.M.E. and follow these simple procedures.

Train Employees Properly

A safety policy covers procedures for the following:

Lockout and tagging of conductors and parts of electrical equipment De-energizing circuits and equipment safely Verifying circuits have been de-energized Re-energizing circuits and equipment properly

Inspect for Potential Electrical Risks

An average of 143 construction workers are killed each year by contact with electricity2, so it’s critically important to check for potential risks such as:

Contact with power lines Lack of ground-fault protection Equipment not used in manner prescribed Improper use of extension and flexible cords

Meet to Discuss Employee Safety

Hold regular team meetings to address electrical incidents and proper responses Refresh training, preparedness, and education around electrical safety Make sure all team members are trained to respond to an incident involving electrocution or burn

Equip to Engage Safely

Insulated gloves Insulated matting Insulated ladders Rescue rods Voltage detectors

1 Michael McCann, PhD, CIH, Director of Safety Research at Center for Construction Research and Training. 2 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics CFOI Research File LWCC delivers best-in-class workers’ comp insurance, focused not just on life-long care of the injured worker, but providing improved safety, health, and wellness to workers across the state. We are Louisiana Loyal. Always.

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