Slips, trips and stumbles can lead to serious injury Falls may
not sound like a serious topic, but they cost billions each
year. They account for 15 percent of workplace injuries and one-
third of construction fatalities. PQ safety is often overlooked,
despite the danger Part of any power quality seminar material
should cover the aspects of safety, especially for anyone who
must connect/disconnect the voltage and current probes for power
quality monitors. Safety should be the best motivator It’s hard
to resist telling morbid stories of occupational accidents to
motivate individuals to take safety precautions. However, the
ease with which foreign objects can enter the eyes should speak
for itself. If you’re reading this, chances are you have enjoyed
the sense of accomplishment that comes from driving an 8-foot
long, mostly steel rod into the earth and connecting a ground
wire to it. It’s tough work. When a Compliance Safety and Health
Officer (CSHO) from the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA)