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1133   Danger: High Voltage   (DVD)

Every day, thousands of workers are exposed to risks associated with high voltage electricity. And, every year, thousands of these workers are accidentally injured or killed because they failed to take apprpriate precautions. High voltage electricity poses serious shock hazards, as well as hazards caused by electric arcs or flashes. When working on or near high voltage lines or equipment, never take safety for granted. Always follow safe work procedures.

The key training points in this video include:

• effects of electric currents over 600 volts
• safety precautions, safe distances
• working near high voltage power lines
• qualifications for electric workers
• personal protective equipment
• the "buddy system"

5 min.

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