Tips for Improving Electrical Safety in the Construction Industry
The construction industry is one of the most dangerous industries in which to work, with the most common fatal injury being caused by an electrical hazard. The solution to this problem lies in improved training and education among workers, including subcontractors. Electrical safety is important in construction. Not only can it help avoid a big accident, but the building inspector will likely give you high marks — meaning you’ll save money on your building permit. In the construction industry, there are many seemingly safe practices that in reality could cause great harm if not carried out properly. These dangers may be caused when basic safety precautions are ignored because things seem to go smoothly after the first few times a certain task is finished. Electricity can easily kill if it is not handled properly in the construction industry. Most accidents are usually brought about by negligence and indifference to safety requirements. Ignorance or lack of knowledge is certain...