Question

A journeyman electrician with 16 years experience on-the-job was removing metal fish tape from a hole at the base of a metal light pole. It was raining during the course of the work. The fish tape became energized , electrocuting him. What could have been done to prevent this accident?

Answer 1

Answer: He should have ensured the following before beginning work;

1) All circuits must be de-energized before beginning work

2) All controls must be deactivated during work. LOTO(Log out tag out) must be practiced irrespective of the experience of the electrian or worker.

3) Technicians and Electrical workers must be instructed to know the unsafe conditions associated with their work.

Explanation:

We cannot assume that because he is experienced he cannot be prone to all this wrong practices. Humans tend to think that with experience people become less prone to errors and study has shown that this is not true. Safety must be a priority.