Information

Analysis of Public Shock and Electrocution Cases

Mark Voigtsberger's Report is regarded as the benchmark of electrical organizations and regulators. Florida's preponderance of voltage episodes are attributable to a year-round  barefoot or sandals-clad outdoor lifestyle coupled with poor grounding conditions, soil salinity, humidity, and coastal disturbance.  Read the Full Report.

Clearing Up Confusion on Unwanted Voltages

Electrical professionals are working to define universal definitions, testing, and mitigation techniques for stray and contact voltages.  Read the Full Article.

Killing Fields

By Electrical Safety Authority, Canada, August 1, 2008

The Canadian Government has issued a warning about the electrical hazards at ball fields.  This Bulletin has valid points for American sports complexes as well.  Read the Bulletin.

Common Misconceptions

"I have a female dog."

Wet weather can produce a hazard for any pooch, however, male dogs may be particularly at risk when they lift their leg to spray the metal bases of lampposts or other upright electrical street fixtures creating a ready conduction path for stray current.  A far safer option is always to elude outdoor electrical equipment including plates and manholes on streets and sidewalks when possible since if deteriorated all may leak voltage.  The greatest risk to your dog typically occurs when leakage and moisture are concomittant.

"I wear rubber-soled shoes."

All footwear provides some insulation but none guarantees protection; open-toed shoes and sandals provide the least safety.