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Public Electrical Safety AwDareness
16 • Alabama 811
2021, Issue 4
amage prevention and public awareness is an ongoing process and hot topic that drives
discussions, debates and even legislation. It is certainly an important topic for gas distribution and pipeline companies but not
to be overlooked is the danger
of digging or working around electrical lines. We learn from experts presenting at Damage Prevention Summits held not only in Arkansas but in surrounding states how to work safely around power lines.
Did you know?
• Every year there are thousands of electrical contacts in the United States
• On average there are over 100 fatalities and over 2000 injuries every year from electrical contacts.
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