Linemen who work on powerlines and utility poles have a hazardous job. They are often working high above the ground and providing maintenance for circuits and powerlines with dangerous electrical currents. It is important for linemen to keep themselves protected on the job by using the right equipment, as well as personal protective grounds. What… Continue reading The Importance of Protective Grounding
Numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics put electrical line workers among the top ten most dangerous jobs in the United States. Linemen risk falls, electric shocks, burns, and other injuries while on the job every day. According to NTOF data, the average annual fatality rate for power line workers is 56.3 deaths per 100,000 employees. Even… Continue reading 8 Tips For Linemen To Keep Themselves Safe
