Safety articles on Electrical

Lead-acid batteries can be hazardous so effective vehicle battery handling practices are crucial for ensuring workplace safety.

Extension cords are common and convenient, but when used without proper safety precautions they can become fire hazards and pose risks to worker safety.

Electrical hazards are an area of major safety concern. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) can be found on any jobsite as well as in most office buildings.

Portable generators are useful when temporary power is needed, but they have risks that can be very dangerous if safety precautions are not followed.

If not designed and installed properly, wiring inside cable trays may pose hazards such as fire, electric shock, and arc-flash blast events.

Workers may be unaware of the electrical hazards present in their daily work environment, which makes them more vulnerable to the danger of electrical shock.

Review the five most frequent causes of electrical injuries on construction sites and learn how to prevent future incidents on the job site.