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3 fatalities provide reminder for workers near power lines


June 1, 2011 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: Electrical safety, Fatality, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views

Here’s a reminder for employees who work near power lines: Electricity kills workers, all too often.

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Worker killed when ladder touched power line


June 4, 2010 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: Electrical safety, Fatality, In this week's e-newsletter, Investigations, Latest News & Views

Here’s a reminder for workers that aluminum ladders and overhead power lines can be a deadly combination.

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Metal pole and power lines: Deadly combination


December 31, 2008 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: Bizarre Accident of the Week, Electrical safety, Fatality, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views

A recent fatality shows once again why employees working near power lines need to plan their tasks with electrical hazards in mind.

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