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Electricity is a large part of our lives, providing comfort and convenience, and is essential to many
workplace operations. Because of this, a safe source of electricity is often taken for granted and
electrical hazards can be overlooked as a danger. Employees tend to work with electricity every
day. Whether electricians, equipment operators or office staff, workers are often exposed to
electrical energy and often fail to take the proper safety precautions to protect themselves from
potential harm.

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