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    Putting PPE First

    Dec. 16, 2022
    From the EC&M e-books library: Why the proper personal protective equipment is paramount for electrical professionals.
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    Haunted Encounters of the Electrical Kind: 10 Scary Stories Involving Electricity

    Oct. 24, 2022
    As an early Halloween treat, here are 10 creepy stories based on allegedly true events and involving — what else? — electricity.
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    DOL Modifies OSHA's Severe Violator Enforcement Program

    Oct. 7, 2022
    The program focuses on employers who repeatedly disregard workers' safety and health.
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    Worker Electrocuted at N.C. Airport

    Aug. 19, 2022
    Details of the incident have not yet been reported. The Department of Labor stated the investigation could take months.
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    OSHA Cites Illinois Contractors After Electrician Suffers Fatal Fall at Foundry

    July 1, 2022
    Tegco Inc., Illinois Crane cited for exposing workers to industrial fall hazards.

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    DOL Cites Houston Transmission Line Contractor for Safety Violations

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    Generac Recalls Portable Generators Due to Finger Hazards

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