Working with electrics and around electrics on a construction site falls within the top 10 most hazardous and risk activities. We have all heard of operatives receiving an electric shock without sustaining serious injury or death, however electric shocks can and do kill people.
An electric shock may cause a fall at height and intern serious injury or fatality.
Being electrocuted working outside in the rain increases the danger.
People with pacemakers are much more at risk of serious injury.
Click on risk assessment below – Working with and around electrics on a construction site to reduce your risk of receiving an electric shock on site.