Safety
Electrical burn
Tissue injury caused by current through the body, an arc, or overheated electrical equipment.
Hazards
- Tissue injury caused by current through the body, an arc, or overheated electrical equipment.
Controls
- Treat electrical work as hazardous even without visible flame and seek appropriate medical evaluation after exposure.
Personal protective equipment
- Select task-specific PPE only after hazards and higher-order controls have been evaluated.
Regional considerations
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Treat electrical work as hazardous even without visible flame and seek appropriate medical evaluation after exposure.
Explore related entries
Related entries
Sources
- Electrical Safety Glossary — Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs — Occupational Safety and Health Administration