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How to Prevent Vermont Electrocution Accidents from Occurring at Work
Many things can cause electric shock injuries at work in Vermont, including defective products, a mistake on the part of a co-worker, negligent employers, or a slip of the hand by the worker himself.
Because the number of workers in the U.S. who get electrocuted on the job and experience fatal work-related injuries continues to increase, workers and employers need to know how to prevent Vermont electrocution accidents from occurring at work.
Making contact with overhead power lines accounts for two-fifths of fatal electrocution accidents. Although many utility workers and construction workers are surrounded by wires and power lines, there are ways to prevent electrocution accidents from happening at work. These include:
- Employers should train employees in safe work practices.
- Employers should clearly mark danger zones.
- Employers should ground all electrical circuits.
- Employees should never touch power lines overhead.
- Employees should never repair open electrical cabinets unless qualified and authorized.
- Employees should always wear appropriate gear for the job that may include rubber boots and insulated gear.
- Employees should not service electrical equipment while standing in water or with wet shoes on.
Injuries that Result from Electrical Accidents at Work
There are many injuries that result from Vermont work accidents. Workers should seek medical attention immediately, especially after an electric shock injury. Depending upon the voltage and duration of the electric shock, serious injuries or death may result. Severe burns, skin damage, fractures, muscle damage, nerve damage, kidney damage, spinal cord injury, neurological damage, damage to the cardiovascular system, and damage to the respiratory system may occur in an electrocution accident.
The most common injury in electrical accidents at work is a burn injury. There are several types of burn injuries: electrical burns, thermal contact burns, and arc burns or flash burns. Depending on the type of burn and its severity, burns can affect arteries, nerves, veins, and muscles.
When a worker suffers an electrocution on-the-job in Vermont, his heart may stop. This is why knowing CPR is essential when working in the electrical, industrial, or construction industries.
If you have suffered a work accident or if your love one has died in a Vermont electrocution accident, consider speaking with a knowledgeable Vermont workers' compensation lawyer at the Law Office of Charles Powell immediately. We will provide you with a free legal consultation, answer your questions, and determine if you have a claim. Call for your free appointment today at (877) 295-7773.
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