Ontario’s homeandsafety has reported two incidents of contact with powerlines on jobsites so far this month, one resulting in the death of a construction worker. This comes before August, statistically the most lethal month for powerline contacts.
July 25, 2023
The fatality occurred when an individual’s tool came within three metres of the powerline, recounted a July 25 release.The ESA did not name the employers or provide other details of the incidents, which occurred in western and northern Ontario. The ESA said it is supporting the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development regarding the incidents that are under investigation.
Since 2012-2021 there have been 19 fatalities and 1,393 overhead powerline contacts in Ontario. In response, the ESA has launched a campaign to raise awareness among at-risk workers and the general public about the dangers posed by powerlines.
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