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Hazards for Electricians

Electricians can face many hazards while working on the job. Often, people think encountering electricity is the only hazard electricians can face on the job. While electrocution accidents are common among electricians, there are other hazards as well that can be just as deadly.

Reports from the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers union states that the number one source of death and injury for electricians is falling. Slip and fall accidents are common among electricians since they often must get into small or dangerous areas, such as ceiling crawlspaces, ladders and roofs. Recently, a young electrician fell through a skylight to his death below. Therefore, the risks associated with electrical work can be unpredictable.

Risks for Electricians

Some other risks for electricians include:

  • Exposure to asbestos: Electricians will often have to saw pipes. In the past, they did not normally wear protective gear, despite that some of the piping may contain asbestos. Nowadays, electricians are more knowledgeable about the risks and will wear respirators when they know they are dealing with asbestos. As a result of this work, electricians were advised to frequently get evaluated for lung diseases, but with more knowledge, the risk is greatly reduced.
  • Repetitive stress injuries: These injuries are common among electricians since they may be doing the same type of work repeatedly. Their work may require pulling heavy wires through conduits repetitively throughout the day. Many people may not realize that carpal tunnel is a very common injury among electricians as a result of repetitive movement.
  • Electrical burns and cuts: Even if the electrician is not directly electrocuted, if there is a short circuit which causes a spark, it can also cause small particles of shrapnel to fly in the air and cause burns and cuts to the electrician.

In addition to hidden risks such as falling, repetitive injuries and breathing in harmful inhalants, there is the more obvious risk of electrocution.

Safety Tips While Working with Electricity

It is important to practice safety tips while on the job. To stay safe, electricians should:

  • Turn off the circuit breaker before beginning work.
  • Make sure the power is turned off. This may be at the circuit breaker or elsewhere in the system.
  • Inspect your equipment periodically.
  • Avoid short cuts, such as removing the ground from a plug or running extension cords in damp areas.
  • Use lockout or tagout procedures as a precautionary method when working.
  • Always remember that the body conducts electricity and that 120 volts can be just as damaging as 600 volts.

Media Workers’ Compensation Lawyers at the Law Office of Deborah M. Truscello Are Here to Help if You Have Been Injured at Work

If you were injured at work, whether it was due to electricity or another hazard, speak to one of our experienced lawyer today. Our skilled Media Workers’ Compensation lawyers at the Law Office of Deborah M. Truscello will explain how Workers’ Compensation works so that you understand the process and will help you obtain fair compensation Contact us online or call us at (610) 892-4940 to schedule a free consultation. Located in Media, Pennsylvania, we also serve clients in Bucks County, Chester County, Delaware County, Lancaster, Montgomery County, Norristown, Philadelphia, Reading, and West Chester.

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Why Clients Choose Deborah

Heather A
2023-03-01
I have known Deb for years now and it all started in 2009 when I got hurt and needed legal help with my workers comp. I randomly chose Deb because of the things I read on her website and I liked that she had a take charge attitude about just about everything. She out-lawyered someone and got me more in a settlement for that and then also worked with me on another case and won that one as well for me. If you get to know Deb and her personal story, you will get to know an amazing single mom who has had her own struggles and has come out so much stronger. She will fight for you if you do your part as a client and follow her guidance. I have now used two women lawyers in Media and three men and I actually found the two women far more effective and both won my cases that the men lost. Without Deb and my other lawyer winning the cases for me that they did - I could have found myself disabled for good with no money to pay for the life I live because I can’t work now. I credit my ability to be able to eat and have transportation and all. I couldn’t be more grateful for their hard work they did for me. Deb has won two of my cases and I would absolutely refer others to her for the same kinds of cases and I would use her again if I ever needed her help again!
Daveen Carpenter
2019-10-08
Deborah's team went above and beyond to get my case settled quickly. I am forever grateful
Rebecca Porter
2019-09-24
If you ever need a worker’s compensation attorney, I highly suggest using Deborah Truscello. I had a work accident injury and was referred to Deborah. She was with me every step of the way, with this long-drawn-out process. She was there any time I had questions or needed advice on my rehabilitation. Now my case is settled. I am very happy how things turned out and I owe it all to her. I can't thank her enough. I will use her again if I ever need too.
Jackson Jones
2019-09-01
Deborah is an excellent lawyer. She was professional, knowledgeable, and made me and my case feel important. She was always accessible and answered all of my questions. I would definitely recommend Debbie to anyone injured at work and in need of legal services.
K M
2019-05-18
I am a client of Deborah Truscello and also a woman of color. Deborah Truscello is not a bigot nor is she a racist. I hired Ms. Truscello back in 2016 for a very nasty custody case against a crazy man who has a history of dragging all his children through the court system. Ms. Truscello has been nothing but professional and well organized. She is very reliable and always available. I could contact her any time of the day or night and she is always responsive to my text messages, calls, and emails. If you are considering hiring her as your attorney I highly recommend you schedule a consultation and see for yourself you will not be disappointed.
Andrew Kriegh
2018-08-17
Amazing law firm, they have helped me so much and enlightened me to the options I have, and to the right doctors who are still treating my issues... Very professional and very great people glad to have her in my team!!
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