The electrocutions involving cranes happens when the crane was working with power lines directly above them. The cranes bucket hits the power lines and this sends electricity down to the operator of the crane.
There are an estimated 15 deaths that occur each year because of the crane hitting an overhead power line. OSHA has put into place new safety rules and regulations about cranes and working near power lines. The operators and managers of the crane and construction site must implement proper safety precautions when working near power lines.
