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Electrocutions, electric shocks

1 hospitalization · 2015041641 · 4/1/2015 · Sun Star Electric

Severity

Hospitalized
1
Amputation
0
Loss of eye
0
Body part
BODY SYSTEMS
Nature of injury
Electrocutions, electric shocks

Cause

Event
Direct exposure to electricity, greater than 220 volts
Source
Power cords, electrical cords, extension cords
Secondary source
Motors other than vehicle

Employer

Name
Sun Star Electric
Location
7722 W. 34th Street, LUBBOCK, TEXAS, 79407
NAICS
335312
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

While removing a submersible motor from a hydro testing tank, an employee came into contact with the 3200-volt cord running from the motor to the Hipot/Megohmmeter, resulting in an electrical shock.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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