Unprotected exposure to electricity is one of the leading causes of accidents and fatalities in American workplaces. Approximately one-third of the fatalities happen directly in electrical occupations ...

According to a 2024 survey conducted by ESFI and Wesco, nearly a quarter of safety professionals said that “cultural adoption” of safety protocols is a challenge to overcome. Convincing workers and ...

The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) recently released its updated collection of information on fatal and non-fatal occupational electrical injuries from every available source. The U ...

ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In 2025, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) collected information on fatal and non-fatal occupational electrical injuries from ...

Police report that on October 20, 2025, a construction worker suffered a severe electrical injury while working on the third floor of a building in the 1500 block of Coastal Highway, the site of Dewey ...

Workplace safety relies on more than good policies and proper training. It depends heavily on the condition and reliability of your electrical systems. In comme ...

ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May is National Electrical Safety Month, and the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is launching its annual effort to help reduce electrically-related ...

Falls remain the leading cause of injury in the construction industry. Workers often perform tasks on scaffolding, ladders, ...

Electrocution injuries can be obvious due to visible burns or bruises, but serious damage often occurs beneath the skin. Someone may feel fine after a shock but can later experience numbness, weakness ...