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Electrocutions, electric shocks

2 hospitalizations · 2016021597 · 2/20/2016 · Larrett Energy Services, Inc.

Severity

Hospitalized
2
Amputation
0
Loss of eye
0
Body part
BODY SYSTEMS
Nature of injury
Electrocutions, electric shocks

Cause

Event
Indirect exposure to electricity, greater than 220 volts
Source
Electric parts, n.e.c.
Secondary source
Power lines, transformers, convertors

Employer

Name
Larrett Energy Services, Inc.
Location
Business I-20 and FM 516, BARSTOW, TEXAS, 79719
NAICS
237120
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

Two employees were installing a protective goal post for overhead power lines when the post made contact with the energized line, causing the employees to receive an electrical shock.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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