WHAT’S AT STAKE

Working around utilities and power lines means being close to energy you can’t see, hear, or feel until it’s already causing harm. One wrong move, a misjudged distance, or assuming a line is de-energized can lead to electrocution, severe burns, arc flash injuries, or death in seconds. For field crews, every task near live lines demands constant awareness because electricity doesn’t allow second chances, shortcuts, or uncertainty about what’s energized.

WHAT’S THE DANGER

Electricity doesn’t give warnings. Power lines, buried cables, and energized equipment can look harmless but remain deadly unless proven otherwise. A line doesn’t need to be touched […]