Worker receives electric shock while working on platform
June 7, 2021
Electrical
Reference Number:
II-1207159-2021 (#22389)
Location: Trail
Regulated industry sector: Electrical - Low voltage electrical system (30V to 750V)
Incident overview
An energized cord was wrapped around the guardrail of an elevating platform. As the platform was elevating, the cord became separated, and an exposed energized conductor contacted the guardrail. A worker who was in contact with the guardrail received a minor electrical shock.