How to Avoid Workplace Electrocution
Many victims of workplace electrocution are the people who maintain electrical equipment. Here are some reminders for staying safe while making this equipment safe.
Many victims of workplace electrocution are the people who maintain electrical equipment. Here are some reminders for staying safe while making this equipment safe.
La energía mantiene el lugar de trabajo en funcionamiento, pero puede también matarlo

Los dispositivos de protección en las máquinas han salvado muchas vidas y prevenido innumerables lesiones al evitar que el trabajador entre en contacto con equipos en movimiento.
Energy keeps the workplace going, but it can also kill. Unexpected release of energy is the cause of many serious injuries.

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