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Work-related electrical fatalities in Australia, 1982-1984.

P L Harvey-Sutton1, T R Driscoll, M S Frommer

  • 1Australian Government Health Service, Sydney.

Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment & Health
|October 1, 1992
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Workplace electrical fatalities in Australia (1982-1984) caused 10% of all deaths, primarily from overhead powerlines. Improved safety measures could prevent most of these tragic incidents.

Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Electrical Safety
  • Workplace Fatality Analysis

Background:

  • A study investigated work-related fatalities in Australia between 1982 and 1984.
  • Electrical incidents constituted a significant portion of these fatalities, highlighting a critical safety concern.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the incidence and causes of work-related electrical fatalities in Australia.
  • To identify key factors contributing to electrical deaths in the workplace.

Main Methods:

  • Data on all work-related fatalities from 1982-1984 were collected and analyzed.
  • Specific focus was placed on the 95 recorded electrical fatalities, examining circumstances and causes.

Main Results:

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  • Electrical incidents accounted for 10% of all workplace deaths, making it the fifth leading cause.
  • The majority of fatalities occurred on farms and non-construction industrial sites, with overhead powerlines being the primary source of electrical current.
  • Most victims were performing routine tasks, with 38% engaged in electrical work at the time of their death.

    • Conclusions:

    • Overhead powerline safety, enhanced worker awareness of electrical hazards, and the implementation of residual current devices are crucial for prevention.
    • Implementing these safety improvements could significantly reduce the incidence of work-related electrical fatalities.